Leonardo Da Vinci

This illustrated biography takes readers into the life of the Renaissance-era artist, sculptor, and inventor. Beginning with da Vinci's humble origins as the illegitimate son of a wealthy man, this book explores da Vinci's early life and his first experiences as an artist. Later, readers will learn how da Vinci's extensive notebooks reveal how he dreamed of, and even designed, the first concepts for air-cooling systems, machine guns, tanks, and underwater diving apparatus. Also covered are the low points in da Vinci's life--such as his trouble in finding patrons to support his work, his rivalry with fellow artist Michelangelo, and the difficulty he had in receiving the inheritances left to him by both is father and his uncle. Many of the watercolor and colored pencil illustrations seamlessly incorporate photographic reproductions of da Vinci's own works. Copyright (C) Muze Inc. 2005. For personal use only. All rights reserved.