Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great - Volume 06 by Elbert Hubbard

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Author Hubbard, Elbert, 1856-1915
Title Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great - Volume 06
Little Journeys to the Homes of Eminent Artists
Note Reading ease score: 66.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents Raphael -- Leonardo -- Botticelli -- Thorwaldsen -- Gainsborough -- Velasquez -- Corot -- Correggio -- Bellini -- Cellini -- Whistler.
Credits Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great - Volume 06" by Elbert Hubbard is a collection of biographical sketches focusing on eminent artists, written in the late 19th century. This volume showcases the lives and contributions of renowned figures such as Raphael, Leonardo da Vinci, and Botticelli, exploring their artistic achievements while delving into the personal stories and historical contexts that shaped their work. Hubbard’s reflections on these great artists convey admiration for their creativity and the legacies they left behind. The opening portrays a rich tapestry of thoughts about Raphael, diving into his significance in art history, his relationship with the Preraphaelite Brotherhood, and his genius that transcends time. It recounts Raphael’s early life in Urbino, highlighting his influences, familial ties, and artistic education. With vivid imagery and emotional storytelling, the text sets the stage for understanding how the interplay between his personal experiences and cultural milieu contributed to his monumental success. This insightful portrayal invites readers to appreciate not only the artistry of these masters but also the human stories behind their transformations into legends. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class N: Fine Arts
Subject Cellini, Benvenuto, 1500-1571
Subject Leonardo, da Vinci, 1452-1519
Subject Whistler, James McNeill, 1834-1903
Subject Correggio, 1489?-1534
Subject Raphael, 1483-1520
Subject Velázquez, Diego, 1599-1660
Subject Gainsborough, Thomas, 1727-1788
Subject Bellini, Giovanni, -1516
Subject Botticelli, Sandro, 1444 or 5-1510
Subject Thorvaldsen, Bertel, 1770-1844
Subject Corot, Jean-Baptiste-Camille, 1796-1875
Category Text
EBook-No. 6306
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 29, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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