Description
A selection of sketches, diagrams, and notebook writings by the Italian Renaissance master offers insight into his theories and observations as well as his role in period art, town planning, science, and philosophy.
Read More
This small book (5x7.5") contains a selection of notes and quotes from the famous notebooks. Arrangement is in 32 thematic sections pertaining to art techniques and philosophy as well as the natural world, machines, warfare, and morality, to name a few. Editor Dickens, whose credentials are not stated, provides an introductory essay. The book was originally published in the UK by Profile Books (2005). Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Read Less