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Oil And Marble: A Novel Of Leonardo And Michelangelo
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Called Tremendously Entertaining (The New York Times) Stephanie Storeys Brilliant Bestselling Debut, Brings Early 16Thcentury Florence, Leonardo Da Vinci, And Michelangelo Buonarroti Alive For Art Lovers And Readers Of Historical Fiction.With Extraordinary Empathy Into The Minds And Souls Of The Two Great Renaissance Artists, Storey Offers A Stunning Art History Thriller. From 1501 To 1505, Leonardo Da Vinci And Michelangelo Buonarroti Both Lived And Worked In Florence. Leonardo Was A Charming, Handsome Fifty Yearold At The Peak Of His Career. Michelangelo Was A Temperamental Sculptor In His Midtwenties, Desperate To Make A Name For Himself.Michelangelo Is A Virtual Unknown When He Returns To Florence And Wins The Commission To Carve What Will Become One Of The Most Famous Sculptures Of All Time: David. Even Though His Impoverished Family Shuns Him For Being An Artist, He Is Desperate To Support Them. Living At The Foot Of His Misshapen Block Of Marble, Michelangelo Struggles Until The Stone Finally Begins To Speak. Working Against An Impossible Deadline, He Begins His Feverish Carving.Meanwhile, Leonardo'S Life Is Falling Apart: He Loses The Hopedfor David Commission; He Can'T Seem To Finish Any Project; He Is Obsessed With His Ungainly Flying Machine; He Almost Dies In War; His Engineering Designs Disastrously Fail; And He Is Haunted By A Woman He Has Seen In The Marketa Merchant'S Wife, Whom He Is Finally Commissioned To Paint. Her Name Is Lisa, And She Becomes His Muse.Leonardo Despises Michelangelo For His Youth And Lack Of Sophistication. Michelangelo Both Loathes And Worships Leonardo'S Genius.Oil And Marble Is The Story Of Their Nearly Forgotten Rivalry.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Oil and Marble'? A: 'Oil and Marble' explores the intense rivalry and contrasting lives of two of the greatest artists of the Renaissance, Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo Buonarroti, highlighting their struggles and triumphs in early 16th-century Florence.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Oil and Marble'? A: The author of 'Oil and Marble' is Stephanie Storey, who presents a vivid portrayal of the lives of Leonardo and Michelangelo through her debut historical fiction novel.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Oil and Marble'? A: 'Oil and Marble' was published on June 19, 2018.
- Q: How many pages does 'Oil and Marble' have? A: 'Oil and Marble' consists of 320 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Oil and Marble'? A: 'Oil and Marble' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'Oil and Marble' suitable for art lovers? A: 'Oil and Marble' is highly suitable for art lovers as it intricately weaves art history with the personal narratives of Leonardo and Michelangelo, providing deep insights into their artistic journeys.
- Q: What age group is 'Oil and Marble' appropriate for? A: 'Oil and Marble' is appropriate for adult readers and older teens, particularly those interested in historical fiction and art history.
- Q: Does 'Oil and Marble' include historical facts? A: 'Oil and Marble' includes historical facts about the Renaissance period, the lives of Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo, and their contributions to art.
- Q: What genre does 'Oil and Marble' fall under? A: 'Oil and Marble' falls under the historical fiction genre, focusing on themes of art, rivalry, and cultural history.
- Q: Can 'Oil and Marble' be used for book clubs? A: 'Oil and Marble' is an excellent choice for book clubs, as it offers rich themes for discussion, including rivalry, creativity, and the impact of art on society.