Publisher's Synopsis
""Leonardo da Vinci"" by Walter Horatio Pater is a biography of the famous Italian Renaissance artist, inventor, and scientist. Pater explores da Vinci's life, from his birth in 1452 to his death in 1519, and examines his many achievements in various fields. The book delves into da Vinci's early years as an apprentice in Florence, his work for the Duke of Milan, and his later years in Rome and France. Pater also discusses da Vinci's famous works of art, including the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper, as well as his inventions and scientific discoveries. Throughout the book, Pater provides insights into da Vinci's personality, his creative process, and his impact on the world. The book is a comprehensive look at one of the most influential figures in history and provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and mind of Leonardo da Vinci.THIS 38 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Nineteenth Century English Prose, by Walter Horatio Pater. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766140024.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.
