da vinci

A biography of the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci that describes his childhood, early training, study of the human anatomy, and many of his inventions.

Briefly discusses the Renaissance and Leonardo's achievements. Includes extracts from his sketches and writings.

Examines the scientific and mathematic connections in the art of Leonardo da Vinci, focusing on the proportions, patterns, shapes, and symmetries that scientists and mathematicians have identified in nature and how da Vinci made a conscious effort to incorporate them into his art.

Profiles the life and works of artist, sculptor, inventor, writer, and scientist, Leonardo da Vinci, and describes how much of his work became forerunners of many modern machines such as the automobile and the airplane.

Discusses the life, works, and lasting influence of Leonardo da Vinci.

Rosa breaks both of her legs and winds up in the hospital where she spends the day staring at a print of Mona Lisa, and exchanges letters with her uncle about the artist da Vinci.

Traces the life and achievement of the artist from his apprenticeship in Tuscany to his final years.

Profiles the life of Italian Renaissance artist Leonardo da Vinci; highlighting his legal problems, students, artistic work, inventions, and scientific discoveries, and including a chronology, historical timeline, suggestions for further reading, and a glossary.