Leonardo da Vinci: Notebooks (Oxford World's Classics)
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Most of what we know about Leonardo da Vinci, we know because of his notebooks. Some 6,000 sheets of notes and drawings survive, perhaps one-fifth of what he actually produced. With an artist's eye and a scientist's curiosity, he recorded in these pages his observations on the movement of water and the formation of rocks, the nature of flight and optics, anatomy, architecture, sculpture, and painting. He jotted down fables, epigrams, and letters and developed his belief in the sublime unity of nature and man. Through his notebooks we can get an insight into Leonardo's thoughts, and his approach to work and life. This selection, organized in seven themed sections, offers a fascinating and informative sample of his writings. Fully updated, this new edition includes some 70 line drawings and a Preface by Martin Kemp, one of the world's leading authorities on Leonardo, who explores the artist's genius and the contents and legacy of his manuscripts. The book also features new notes and a chronology of Leonardo's life. About the Series: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more. Review: 🫶 - I got this for class and it’s actually a good book Review: Exaltate jubilate! - With just a dozen works of art, Leonardo is still the greatest artist who ever lived---and with his vast array of scientific, technological, and futuristic thoughts as evidenced through his drawings---probably the greatest mind as well. When we think of Genius---and there are many in all fields---the one who tops the list is still Leonardo. A pleasure to read about, admire, and emulate---an inspiration for all humanity.
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| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 219 Reviews |
A**T
🫶
I got this for class and it’s actually a good book
D**D
Exaltate jubilate!
With just a dozen works of art, Leonardo is still the greatest artist who ever lived---and with his vast array of scientific, technological, and futuristic thoughts as evidenced through his drawings---probably the greatest mind as well. When we think of Genius---and there are many in all fields---the one who tops the list is still Leonardo. A pleasure to read about, admire, and emulate---an inspiration for all humanity.
C**P
One of the best versions of Leonardo's Notebooks that Amazon sells.
I was skeptical at first about the quality of this book because there were no reviews. There are in fact several sketches of Leonardo's found in the book unlike the free versions of his notebooks, but if you are looking for his notebooks with out the sketches than the free versions are the way to go. Don't be dissuaded by the free versions of Da Vinci's Notebooks, but instead spring for this copy. Trust me you won't be disappointed.
V**N
Excellent educational novel
Excellent educational novel
B**N
Leonardo da Vinci: Notebooks (Oxford's World's Classics)
Amazon needs to clarify that this book has only a few thumbnail sketches done by Leonardo. The text is of his commentaries regarding what he reckons should constitute quality imagery, technically and aesthetically.
R**A
Great Books at awesome prices, why pay a ton of cash on brand new books, when you can buy used for cheap!
I AM A BIG COLLECTOR OF ANY DA'VINCI BOOKS! I LOVE THAT YOU DONT HAVE TO PURCHASE BRAND NEW! IF YOU ARE JUST LOOKING TO READ IT, NOT COLLECT... I HAVE ALMOST ALL OF THE BOOKS ON HIS ART AND LIFE!
V**V
Very good compilation
For those interested in Da Vinci's work, this is an excellent record and concisely portrays the amazing mental processes he used for his brilliant work for his entire life. Bought it as a gift for my father who is a brilliant designer himself.
A**S
Davinci great for science lovers!
I bought this for my 11 yr old daughter who is passionate about science everything. She LOVED it :) Found out later about some supplemental works that I wish I had purchased. There's always next Christmas!
J**E
Informative and Interesting
🖤 Excellent 🤍 As Described
D**L
Perfect!!!
Gran artículo, perfecto para casi cualquier coche, se ajusta estupendamente y es muy funcional, De hecho lo recomiendo con gran sinceridad.
N**S
HELPFUL FOR ARTISTS.
Good book for artists, good delivery
E**K
Não tem o vigor imagético dos Cadernos originais
Não há a reprodução das figuras dos Cadernos de Leonardo da Vinci, senão alguns esquemas esparsos. Destituído da quase totalidade da significativa representação imagética, o livro perde o vigor dos Cadernos originais, embora seja muito bem editado (Oxford), com papel e tipos de excelente qualidade. Não atendeu à necessidade ou à expectativa.
S**R
Excellent
Excellent book to read along with the Leonardo davinci book
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