Leonardo Da Vinci (Paperback)

With an eye towards the era in which he lived, this lively, well-narrated biography of Leonardo da Vinci focuses on his scientific studies, and how these were informed by his artistic training. Krull explores many aspects of Leonardo`s life, from his fatherless childhood and its effect on his adult life, to his advances in anatomy and notebooks filled with backwards writing. Leaving no stone unturned, there is also a careful, plain-spoken discussion of the artist`s sexuality. Accompanied by illustrations, this is the first book in the Giants of Science series. Named both a Publishers Weekly and Kirkus Reviews Best Children`s Book of 2005. Copyright (C) Muze Inc. 2005. For personal use only. All rights reserved.