Books in this brand new and informative series for older children survey a variety of cultures and the achievements of each in the arts, sciences, technology, and ways of living. Volumes are profusely illustrated with full-color, wonderfully detailed illustrations and photographs that complement extensive but highly readable texts. Bravo books make wonderful additions both to school and home libraries.The two most important centers of Renaissance art, philosophy, and culture -- the Italian cities of Rome and Florence in the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries -- are this book's central focus. Emphasis is placed on the era's three most important artists, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo Buonarotti, and Raphael Sanzio. Readers are introduced to their most important and enduring paintings, sculptures, and architectural accomplishments.
- ISBN10 0764109464
- ISBN13 9780764109461
- Publish Date 1 December 1999
- Publish Status Active
- Out of Print 11 August 2011
- Publish Country US
- Publisher Peterson's Guides,U.S.
- Imprint Barron's Educational Series Inc.,U.S.
- Format Paperback
- Pages 124
- Language English