| Author |
Strutt, Edward C. |
| Title |
Michelangelo
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: George Bell & Sons,1904,pubdate 1908.
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| Series Title |
Bell's miniature series of painters
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 50.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Al Haines
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| Summary |
"Michelangelo" by Edward C. Strutt is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the life and works of the renowned Renaissance artist Michelangelo Buonarroti, exploring his early beginnings, artistic evolution, and significant contributions to art and architecture. The opening of this work introduces us to Michelangelo's birth in 1475 and the circumstances surrounding his early life, emphasizing his family's move to Settignano, a village known for its stonemasons. It recounts his childhood passion for sculpting and how he showcased extraordinary talent from a young age, despite his father's initial attempts to steer him away from art. The narration also touches upon the influences that shaped his artistic journey, including his apprenticeship under prominent artists and his eventual embrace of sculpture as his true vocation. As the narrative unfolds, it sets the stage for a detailed exploration of Michelangelo's extraordinary career, highlighting the blend of genius and devotion that characterized his artistic endeavors. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
N: Fine Arts
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| Subject |
Michelangelo Buonarroti, 1475-1564
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
69303 |
| Release Date |
Nov 7, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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