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Leonardo da Vinci

Book • 2017

Walter Isaacson

This biography by Walter Isaacson delves into the life of Leonardo da Vinci, highlighting his boundless curiosity, meticulous observation, and innovative spirit.

The book is based on thousands of pages from da Vinci's notebooks and new discoveries about his life and work.

It connects his artistic achievements to his scientific inquiries, showcasing how his genius unified art and science.

The narrative emphasizes da Vinci's skills such as passionate curiosity, careful observation, and a playful imagination, and it provides a vivid portrait of a polymath who was centuries ahead of his time in fields ranging from anatomy to engineering.

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Pedro Franceschi

Mentioned in 35 episodes

Mentioned by

Lex Fridman

as one of Isaacson's books, covering personal stories and principles of striving for greatness.

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Recommended by David as a book that illustrates creative curiosity, persistence, and tenacity.

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Mentioned by

Jesse

Miller in relation to Isaacson's biography of Leonardo da Vinci, which featured numerous notebooks.

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Recommended by

David Senra

for its insights into Leonardo da Vinci's life and creative process.

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Mentioned by

Lukas Hermann

while discussing the mindset of prolific inventors and creators.

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Mentioned by

Ben Wilson

while discussing da Vinci's life and work, highlighting Isaacson's biography as a source.

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Mentioned by

Pedro Franceschi

as another biography he enjoys for understanding a person's experience and mental models.

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Mentioned by

Daniel Ek

as a phenomenal biography of Leonardo da Vinci.

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Mentioned by

David Senra

as a biography of Leonardo da Vinci written by Walter Isaacson.

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