The Life Of Michael Angelo Buonarroti V2: With Translations Of Many Of His Poems And Letters (1858)

By John Scandrett Harford

Book Overview

The Life of Michael Angelo Buonarroti V2 is a book written by John Scandrett Harford and published in 1858. The book is a biography of the famous Italian artist, Michelangelo Buonarroti, who is widely regarded as one of the greatest artists of all time. The book provides a detailed account of Michelangelo's life, from his birth in 1475 in the small town of Caprese to his death in Rome in 1564.The book also includes translations of many of Michelangelo's poems and letters, which provide insight into his thoughts and feelings about his art, his life, and the world around him. The translations are accompanied by commentary from the author, who provides context and analysis of Michelangelo's work.Throughout the book, Harford explores Michelangelo's artistic achievements, including his sculptures, paintings, and architecture. He also delves into Michelangelo's personal life, including his relationships with his family, friends, and patrons.Overall, The Life of Michael Angelo Buonarroti V2 is a comprehensive and insightful biography of one of the most important figures in the history of art. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of Michelangelo, and is a must-read for anyone interested in art history.Also Memoirs Of Savonarola, Raphael And Vittoria Colonna. In Two Volumes.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: 1120897505
• ISBN13: 9781120897503
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 444 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"