In late 1504 and early 1505, Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519) and Michelangelo Buonarroti (1475-1564) were both at work on commissions they had received to paint murals in Florence's City Hall. Leonardo was to depict a historic battle between Florence and Milan, Michelangelo one between Florence and P[...]

This inspiring and inventive guide teaches readers how to develop their full potential by following the example of the greatest genius of all time, Leonardo da Vinci.Acclaimed author Michael J. Gelb, who has helped thousands of people expand their minds to accomplish more than they ever thought poss[...]

El perfil definitivo del incomparable Lionel Messi, una de las mas brillantes estrellas del futbol internacional
En la historia del futbol solo cuatro jugadores tienen plaza en el primer escalon: Pele, Di Stefano, Cruyff y Maradona. Desde hace cuatro anos, el argentino Lionel Messi llama con ins[...]

This book is both a revelatory biography and an accessible study of Leonardo's life and multi-faceted work as a scientist and engineer. It covers all aspects of the man's life but is also a re-interpretation of the voluminous evidence to paint an original picture of Leonardo da Vinci not only as the[...]

A gripping novel about the assassination of Leon Trotsky in Mexico City in 1940In "The Man Who Loved Dogs," Leonardo Padura brings a noir sensibility to one of the most fascinating and complex political narratives of the past hundred years: the assassination of Leon Trotsky by Ramon Mercader.The sto[...]

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'Children learned more in a week than they normally would in a term' Fiona Loudon, Head Teacher 'The pupils were captivated by the excitement, a captivation that in turn led to an increase in literacy levels, self-motivation and cooperative learning' Emer Vance, Teacher and Scott Vance, Head Teacher[...]

In the colorblind era of Post-Civil Rights America, race is often wrongly thought to be irrelevant or, at best, a problem of racist individuals rather than a systemic condition to be confronted. Race, Whiteness, and Education interrupts this dangerous assumption by reaffirming a critical appreciati[...]

Genius is made, not born. And human beings are gifted with an almost unlimited potential for learning and creativity. Now you can uncover your own hidden abilities, sharpen your senses, and liberate your unique intelligence--by following the example of the greatest genius of all time, Leonardo da Vi[...]

Leonardo da Vinci was a gifted painter, talented musician, and dedicated scientist and inventor, designing flying machines, submarines, and even helicopters. Yet he had a hard time finishing things, a problem anyone can relate to. Only thirteen paintings are known to be his; as for the illustrated e[...]

Plants, landscapes, human face and figure, plus studies for Sforza monument, "Last Supper, more. 60 illus.
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In this classic, engrossing text, a distinguished historian explores the mind and manifold interests of the great personality of the Renaissance. More than just a biography, The Mind of Leonardo da Vinci offers numerous demonstrations of the master's achievements not only in sculpture and painting b[...]