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"The story of Mario Balotelli's journey from near death as an infant to becoming one of the world's best known strikers"--Back cover.

A short biography that introduces Leonardo da Vinci, his works, and his painting style.

Ski Soldier is a true-life adventure story for readers ages 10 to 14 by noted nonfiction writer Louise Borden. It tells the story of Pete Seibert, a ski soldier severely wounded in World War II who went on to found the Vail Ski Resort in Colorado.

Learn about the world's most famous Renaissance man, including his classic paintings Mona Lisa and The Last Supper. Also looks at da Vinci's work as a mathematician, scientist and engineer.

"Engaging images accompany information about Craco. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--.

Shares the life of the Italian explorer who made several voyages of discovery for England, including the discovery of the North American mainland.

In Renaissance Italy, Artemisia Gentileschi endures the subjugation of women that allows her father to take credit for her extraordinary paintings, rape and the ensuing trial, and torture, buoyed by her deceased mother's stories of strong women of the Bible.

Chronicles the early life and career of Michelangelo, discussing his artistic evolution, the influence his personality had on his contemporaries and followers, his development into a master sculptor, his involvement in the controversies of his time, and other related topics.

Examines the life and accomplishments of Michelangelo Buonarroti, featuring five hundred images of his sketches, paintings, sculptures, frescoes, and architecture, and discussing Michelangelo's legacy and influence on European art.

"A biography of Italian Renaissance artist Michelangelo, examining his masterful commissions and papal relationships, as well as some of his most enduring works"--Provided by publisher.