Prestel I, Michelangelo

In this vibrant portraits of the artist and his work, Michelangelo's brilliance leaps from the page as the words speak directly to us. I, Michelangelo takes the reader directly into the artist's world, revealing how the Renaissance master saw himself and his work. In letters, poetry and notes, Michelangelo's own words narrate events in his life as a sculptor, painter and architect, while numerous detailed illustrations capture the true brilliance of his oeuvre. Supplemented by maps, details of works and biographical information, this fully illustrated volume focuses on the artist's most important accomplisments within their historical and cultural contexts. The author brings the artist and his worlds to life and deepens our understanding of Michelangelo's genius. ...