Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great - Volume 06 by Elbert Hubbard
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| Author | Hubbard, Elbert, 1856-1915 |
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| 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 | Aug 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 29, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 101 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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