Don Nardo

Leonardo Da Vinci Don Nardo

Marc Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 105-106) and index. Table of Contents: Foreword -- Introduction -- The Universal Man -- Chapter 1. A Fantastically Fruitful Life -- Chapter 2. The Paintings Executed Before 1490 -- Chapter 3. The Paintings Produced After 1490 -- Chapter 4. Dabbling in Architecture and Sculpture -- Chapter 5. Recording Visual Reality: The Drawings -- Chapter 6. Leonardo's Enduring Legacy -- Notes -- For More Information -- Index -- Picture Credits -- About the Author. Publisher Marketing: The Eye on Art series is intended to assist readers in understanding the various roles of art in society; each volume offers an in-depth exploration of a major artistic movement, medium, figure, or profession.; This biography of Renaissance man Leonardo da Vinci provides details of his personal life along with a close examination of his contributions to the world of fine art.; The creative impulse is an ancient and enduring feature of human expression. Art serves many purposes: to beautify, record, reflect, enlighten, and celebrate our existence. Eye on Art examines the rich and varied world of art. Major art movements, the art

Contributor Bio:  Nardo, Don Noted historian and award-winning author Don Nardo has written many books for young people about American history. Nardo lives with his wife, Christine, in Massachusetts.