1452-1519

A biography in comic format of Leonardo da Vinci, discussing his life and achievements.

"How did Leonardo, a painter of very few works who died in obscurity in France, become the internationally renowned icon he is today? This book unravels this mystery by diving into the art, literature, science, and politics of Europe from the Renaissance through today. Gives context to both Leonardo and his accomplishments; explores why Leonardo's fame vastly overshadowed that of his contemporaries and disciples; and ultimately reveals why despite finishing very few works, his celebrity has survived, even thrived, through five centuries of history"--OCLC.

"[A biography] of Leonardo da Vinci, the artist, inventor, and engineer of the Italian Renaissance"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the life of artist, inventor, and scientist, Leonardo da Vinci.

Presents the life and accomplishments of the famous artist, scientist, engineer, and inventor.

"... gather[s] and analyse[s] evidence from numerous areas of da Vinci's life that scholars have hesitated to speculate about-- particularly his sexuality, his personal relationships, the genesis of his most famous pictures, and his mysterious final days"--Back of dust jacket.

Highlights the life and legacy of Leonardo da Vinci, exploring the variety of ways he contributed to art, culture, mathematics, and science.

Biography of the Renaissance painter that discusses his scientific as well as his artistic work.

Looks at the ideas of fifteenth-century artist, inventor, engineer, and scientist Leonardo da Vinci, and shows how some of his drawings and descriptions inspired later inventions such as hang gliders, automobiles, and robots.

"A picture book biography of Leonardo da Vinci"--.