Leonardo da Vinci: The Complete Works

This requires no introduction at all. What can one say? These are the complete notebooks of Leonardo Da Vinci -- painter, sculptor, engineer, inventor, anatomist, revolutionary discoverer -- in one word, the perfect example of genius.

This captivating book provides the reader with a unique insight into the life and work of one of history's most intriguing figures. All of Leonardo Da Vinci's work is presented in this compact volume - from his paintings and frescos, to detailed reproductions of his remarkable encrypted notebooks. As well as featuring each individual artwork, sections of each are shown in isolation to reveal incredible details - for example, the different levels of perspective between the background sections of the "Mona Lisa", and the disembodied hand in "The Last Supper". 640 pages Da Vinci's original notebooks, accompanied by fascinating biographical and historical details are here.