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The Lives of the Artists

Julia Conway Bondanella, Giorgio Vasari, Peter Bondanella
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The Lives of the Artists

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1998

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Julia Conway Bondanella, Giorgio Vasari, Peter Bondanella

The Lives of the Artists

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1998
Book Details
Pages

624

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

Italy • Renaissance

Publication Year

1998

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

1710L

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Super Short Summary

The Lives of the Artists by Julia Conway Bondanella, Giorgio Vasari, and Peter Bondanella offers biographical sketches of notable artists, detailing their lives, works, and contributions to art history. This work provides insights into the Renaissance through firsthand accounts and critical analyses of various artists' techniques and innovations.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

31,377 ratings

64%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

16%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Lives of the Artists by Julia Conway Bondanella, Giorgio Vasari, and Peter Bondanella is widely praised for its detailed biographical accounts and historical insights. Critics appreciate its scholarly rigor and engaging narrative but note its occasional verbosity and dated perspective. Overall, it's a vital resource for art history enthusiasts and scholars.

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Who Should Read The Lives of the Artists?

Readers who enjoy The Lives of the Artists by Julia Conway Bondanella, Giorgio Vasari, and Peter Bondanella typically have a passion for Renaissance art, history, and biographies. Comparable to devotees of The Agony and the Ecstasy by Irving Stone, they appreciate detailed artist narratives and historical context.

4.2

31,377 ratings

64%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

16%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

624

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

Italy • Renaissance

Publication Year

1998

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

1710L

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