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4.19 AVERAGE
4.19 AVERAGE
Walter Isaacson's book is a wonderful and personal look at one of history's most amazing figures. Everyone with an interest in art, science (especially anatomy), engineering or history should enjoy this book.
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
I wish the author hadn't given us his opinion on paintings as often as he did.
Long with historical context to Da Vinci’s insights - last chapter is a good summary of how to be more like Da Vinci
Well-written and so intriguing, Isaacson’s biography of one of the most important artists in history, that also dabbled in science and inventing, is deeply engaging and aweing like the Mona Lisa. A (100%/Outstanding)
Very interesting and fascinating biography. Even though Leonardo lived more than 500 years ago, it's amazing what it's known about his life and work.
I listened to the audio version of the book, read by Alfred Molina, and I can highly recommend it. Molina does a great job - and since he is fluent in Italian, all the Italian names and phrases in the book sound like they should (at least to my non-Italian ears). :)
I listened to the audio version of the book, read by Alfred Molina, and I can highly recommend it. Molina does a great job - and since he is fluent in Italian, all the Italian names and phrases in the book sound like they should (at least to my non-Italian ears). :)
A very enjoyable and informative read. I appreciate Isaacson’s accessible style of writing, with some phrases making me laugh (“DANGLING BALLS” in a biography! a serious book! Incredible) and other explanations very useful breakdowns of complicated technical stuff. Occasionally verging into the flowery (this guy loves the Mona Lisa, my goodness), Isaacson pulls a lot of resources (primary texts, images, secondary sources) to make the story he is trying to tell click. I liked it a lot. :-)
An excellent work that teaches something of art appreciation along with the usual Leonardo stuff. And Alfred Molina reads it perfectly.
This book saved my life. Not in a figurative "this book meant so much to me" way, but literally, it saved my life. I'm driving to work one morning super engrossed in this audiobook when a Mercedes turns out right in front of me. I was probably inches from hitting them, but you know how they day you're a better driver when you're on autopilot? I'm almost certain it's the only thing that prevented me from hitting that car. So anyway, really enjoyed this + loved the pdf file to reference all of the paintings and drawings they refer to throughout the book.
informative
reflective
slow-paced