Title: Leonardo da Vinci
First published: 1956
Description: This biography of Leonardo da Vinci, set against the background of Renaissance Italy, tells of his creative work as inventor, artist and scientist struggling against the ignorance of his time. He tried to invent a flying machine, a diving suit and a submarine; he painted such great pictures as "The Last Supper" and "Mona Lisa" ;and he left notebooks showing his scientific studies in light and sound.
People: Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519)
LC classification: ND623.L5 H3