The Life Of Leonardo Da Vinci Paperback - 2006

The Life of Leonardo da Vinci by Giorgio Vasari is a biography of the famous Italian artist, inventor, and scientist. Vasari, a contemporary of da Vinci, provides a detailed account of the life and work of the Renaissance master. The book covers da Vinci's childhood, his apprenticeship with Andrea del Verrocchio, and his prolific career as an artist, engineer, and inventor. Vasari describes da Vinci's most famous works, including the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper, and discusses his contributions to science and technology, such as his designs for flying machines and war machines. The Life of Leonardo da Vinci also includes anecdotes about da Vinci's personal life and relationships, as well as his interactions with other prominent figures of the Renaissance. Vasari's biography provides a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of one of history's most influential figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.