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100 1 _aLeonardo, da Vinci,
_d1452-1519
245 1 0 _aThoughts on Art and Life
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2009
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2009-09-04
505 0 _aThoughts on life -- Thoughts on art -- Thoughts on science -- Bibliographical note -- Table of references.
508 _aProduced by Al Haines
520 _a"Thoughts on Art and Life" by Leonardo da Vinci is a philosophical treatise written during the late 15th to early 16th century. The work explores the intersection of art, science, and the human experience, offering insight into the mind of one of history's greatest polymaths. It delves into the nature of creativity, aesthetics, and the understanding of life through the lens of art, discussing topics such as the importance of studying nature and the relationship between knowledge and wisdom. The opening of the book begins with an introduction that sets the context for da Vinci's thoughts, emphasizing the transition from the Dark Ages to the Renaissance in Italy. It highlights the coexistence of rational and mystical elements within Leonardo's own work, showcasing his journey from a young artist in Florence to becoming a master of various disciplines, including painting, engineering, and philosophy. Early reflections touch upon the thirst for knowledge and a deep desire to comprehend the universe, underlining the importance of observing nature and the intrinsic connections between beauty, truth, and the human soul. The narrative also hints at the philosophical and scientific basis of artistic creation, preparing the reader for a deeper exploration of da Vinci's intricate views on life and art that follow in subsequent sections. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aScience
653 _aAesthetics
653 _aLife
700 1 _aEinstein, Lewis,
_d1877-1967
700 1 _aBaring, Maurice,
_d1874-1945
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/29904
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