A collection of surprising revelations and quirky stories about one of the most amazing people who ever lived.This engaging volume reveals Leonardo da Vinci's phenomenal accomplishments: mathematical discoveries, investigations of the secrets of the human body, the invention of a robot . . . and even a plan to divert Italy's Arno River.
Packed with fascinating facts, the book also covers biographical details, modern reflections on da Vinci's legacy, and historical insights--offering a new appreciation of just how remarkable this "Renaissance man" really was.
- ISBN10 1446355217
- ISBN13 9781446355213
- Publish Date 27 May 2014
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint David & Charles
- Format eBook
- Pages 248
- Language English