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Leonardo da Vinci

by Walter Isaacson

2017 · 624 pages · Nonfiction

Walter Isaacson brings the world's most creative genius to life in this captivating biography. Based on thousands of pages from Leonardo's astonishing notebooks and new discoveries, Isaacson weaves a narrative that connects his art to his science. The book explores how Leonardo's curiosity, careful observation, and playful imagination allowed him to master anatomy, optics, and engineering alongside his iconic paintings. It is an inspiring study of how cross-disciplinary thinking and a relentless sense of wonder can lead to world-changing innovation.

A popular book with millions of readers worldwide.

Topic: HistoryStyle: Practical
biographycreativityscience

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