Michelangelo The Man

By Donald Lord Finlayson

Book Overview

Michelangelo The Man is a biography of the renowned Italian artist, Michelangelo Buonarroti, written by Donald Lord Finlayson. The book explores the life and work of Michelangelo, from his early beginnings as a sculptor and painter in Florence to his later years as an architect in Rome.Through detailed research and analysis, Finlayson provides a comprehensive overview of Michelangelo's life, including his relationships with patrons, colleagues, and family members. The book also delves into the artist's creative process, examining his techniques and sources of inspiration.In addition to discussing Michelangelo's famous works, such as the Sistine Chapel ceiling and the David statue, the book also sheds light on lesser-known aspects of his life, such as his political activism and his personal struggles with love and sexuality.Overall, Michelangelo The Man is a rich and engaging portrait of one of the greatest artists of all time, offering readers a deeper understanding of his life, work, and legacy.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: 1163140252
• ISBN13: 9781163140253
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 408 Pages
• Weight: 1.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 7.5" x 9.3"