Leonardo Da Vinci: The Magician Of The Renaissance

By Lynn Thorndike

Book Overview

Leonardo Da Vinci: The Magician Of The Renaissance is a biographical book written by Lynn Thorndike. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the life and works of one of the most celebrated artists and inventors of all time, Leonardo Da Vinci. The book explores Da Vinci's life from his early years in Florence to his later years in France, highlighting his achievements as a painter, sculptor, architect, engineer, and scientist.Thorndike delves into Da Vinci's personal life, including his relationships with his family, friends, and patrons. The book also explores the cultural and historical context in which Da Vinci lived, including the political and social climate of Renaissance Italy. Thorndike uses primary sources such as Da Vinci's notebooks and letters, as well as secondary sources from other scholars and historians, to provide a comprehensive and detailed account of Da Vinci's life and work.The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of Da Vinci's life and work, including his early years in Florence, his time in Milan, his work in Rome, and his later years in France. Each chapter provides a detailed analysis of Da Vinci's work in that period, including his paintings, sketches, and inventions.Overall, Leonardo Da Vinci: The Magician Of The Renaissance is a comprehensive and informative book that provides a detailed account of one of the most fascinating figures in history. The book is suitable for anyone interested in art, science, history, or culture, and is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the genius and legacy of Leonardo Da Vinci.THIS 28 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The History of Magic and Experimental Science Part 9, by Lynn Thorndike. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766143139.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425373593
• ISBN13: 9781425373597
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"