Who Was Leonardo da Vinci?

Leonardo da Vinci was a gifted painter, talented musician, and dedicated scientist and inventor, designing flying machines, submarines, and even helicopters.  Yet he had a hard time finishing things, a problem anyone can relate to.  Only thirteen paintings are known to be his; as for the illustrated encyclopedia he intended to create, all that he left were thousands of disorganized notebook pages.  Here is an accessible portrait of a fascinating man who lived at a fascinating time—Italy during the Renaissance. Details: 7-12 years 112 pages Part of a series - Who HQ Now  Author: Roberta Edwards Illustrator: True Kelley Publisher/Date: Penguin Workshop/September 2005 ISBN 0448443015