Innovators Behind Leonardo: The True Story of the Scientific and Technological Renaissance

This book explores Leonardo da Vinci's scientific achievements in the context of the Renaissance, highlighting how his contributions were part of a broader collective advancement in science and technology. It reveals that many technological inventions had already been conceived or designed by engineers and inventors before him, such as Francesco di Giorgio and Taccola, the "Siena engineers." The book features illustrations from original sources to demonstrate the influence of these predecessors on Leonardo's work.

Format: Hardback
Length: 351 pages
Publication date: 12 July 2018
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

This captivating book delves into the profound impact of Leonardo da Vinci's scientific achievements within the broader context of the remarkable Renaissance era. It unveils the truth that his contributions did not arise from isolated brilliance, but rather emerged as a vital part of a remarkable period of collective advancement in science and technology that had its roots at least fifty years before his birth. As readers embark on this enlightening journey, they will be transported to a pivotal moment in history when creativity and imagination were shaping the future, ultimately shaping our present. What will truly astonish them is the staggering number of technological inventions that had already been conceived or even designed by the engineers and inventors who preceded Leonardo, such as the renowned Francesco di Giorgio and Taccola, the so-called "Siena engineers." This captivating volume is adorned with a plethora of illustrations sourced from various original sources, including manuscripts and codices, allowing readers to witness and form their own judgments about the profound influence that these other Renaissance engineers and inventors had on Leonardo's remarkable work.

Weight: 734g
Dimension: 161 x 241 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783319904481
Edition number: 1st ed. 2019