Walter Isaacson’s biography of Leonardo da Vinci examines the man behind the art, revealing his genius and his endless curiosity
"Leonardo da Vinci" by Walter Isaacson is a biography of the Renaissance polymath that offers a detailed look into his life, work, and enduring legacy. Isaacson portrays Leonardo as a complex and multifaceted figure, who was not only a masterful artist but also a scientist, engineer, inventor, and philosopher. The book explores Leonardo's early life, his artistic career, and his later years in France, as well as his unquenchable curiosity and his fascination with the natural world. Throughout the book, Isaacson emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary thinking and the ways in which Leonardo's approach to art and science continue to inspire creativity and innovation today.
Title: Leonardo da Vinci
Author: Walter Isaacson
Publishing year: 2017
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Length in hours: 17 hours and 1 minute