About the book
For fans of rich and vivid historical novels like Girl with a Pearl Earring and Code Name Verity, Laura Malone Elliott delivers the stunning tale of real-life Renaissance woman Ginevra de' Benci, the inspiration for one of Leonardo da Vinci's earliest masterpieces.
The young and beautiful daughter of a wealthy family, Ginevra longs to share her poetry and participate in the artistic ferment of Renaissance Florence but is trapped in an arranged marriage in a society dictated by men.
The arrival of the charismatic Venetian ambassador, Bernardo Bembo, introduces Ginevra to a dazzling circle of patrons, artists, and philosophers. Bembo chooses Ginevra as his Platonic muse and commissions a portrait of her by a young Leonardo da Vinci.
Posing for the brilliant painter inspires an intimate connection between them, one Ginevra only begins to understand.
In a rich and vivid world of exquisite art with a dangerous underbelly of deadly political feuds, Ginevra faces many challenges to discover her voice and artistic companionship—and to find love.
But in a city of secrets and ambition, can a woman truly control her own story?
- A Renaissance Woman: Meet Ginevra de’ Benci, a teenaged poet whose sharp mind and defiant spirit challenge the rules of a society run by men.
- Medici-Era Intrigue: Step into a vibrant and dangerous world of pageantry and deadly political rivalries where a single misstep could prove fatal for Ginevra and her family.
- A Portrait of Power: Commissioned as the Platonic muse of a powerful ambassador, Ginevra becomes both the talk of the city and a pawn in a game of art and ambition.
- The Birth of a Genius: Witness the creative fire of a young Leonardo da Vinci as he forms an intimate connection with his subject, capturing not just her likeness but the “motions of her mind.”
Editions of Da Vinci's Tiger
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780060744267
- EBook
- ISBN 9780062231710
Read an Excerpt
For fans of rich and vivid historical novels like Girl with a Pearl Earring and Code Name Verity, Laura Malone Elliott delivers the stunning tale of real-life Renaissance woman Ginevra de' Benci, the inspiration for one of Leonardo da Vinci's earliest masterpieces.
The young and beautiful daughter of a wealthy family, Ginevra longs to share her poetry and participate in the artistic ferment of Renaissance Florence but is trapped in an arranged marriage in a society dictated by men.
The arrival of the charismatic Venetian ambassador, Bernardo Bembo, introduces Ginevra to a dazzling circle of patrons, artists, and philosophers. Bembo chooses Ginevra as his Platonic muse and commissions a portrait of her by a young Leonardo da Vinci.
Posing for the brilliant painter inspires an intimate connection between them, one Ginevra only begins to understand.
In a rich and vivid world of exquisite art with a dangerous underbelly of deadly political feuds, Ginevra faces many challenges to discover her voice and artistic companionship—and to find love.
But in a city of secrets and ambition, can a woman truly control her own story?
- A Renaissance Woman: Meet Ginevra de’ Benci, a teenaged poet whose sharp mind and defiant spirit challenge the rules of a society run by men.
- Medici-Era Intrigue: Step into a vibrant and dangerous world of pageantry and deadly political rivalries where a single misstep could prove fatal for Ginevra and her family.
- A Portrait of Power: Commissioned as the Platonic muse of a powerful ambassador, Ginevra becomes both the talk of the city and a pawn in a game of art and ambition.
- The Birth of a Genius: Witness the creative fire of a young Leonardo da Vinci as he forms an intimate connection with his subject, capturing not just her likeness but the “motions of her mind.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Da Vinci's Tiger about?
For fans of rich and vivid historical novels like Girl with a Pearl Earring and Code Name Verity, Laura Malone Elliott delivers the stunning tale of real-life Renaissance woman Ginevra de' Benci, the inspiration for one of Leonardo da Vinci's earliest masterpieces.
The young and beautiful daughter of a wealthy family, Ginevra longs to share her poetry and participate in the artistic ferment of Renaissance Florence but is trapped in an arranged marriage in a society dictated by men.
The arrival of the charismatic Venetian ambassador, Bernardo Bembo, introduces Ginevra to a dazzling circle of patrons, artists, and philosophers. Bembo chooses Ginevra as his Platonic muse and commissions a portrait of her by a young Leonardo da Vinci.
Posing for the brilliant painter inspires an intimate connection between them, one Ginevra only begins to understand.
In a rich and vivid world of exquisite art with a dangerous underbelly of deadly political feuds, Ginevra faces many challenges to discover her voice and artistic companionship—and to find love.
But in a city of secrets and ambition, can a woman truly control her own story?
- A Renaissance Woman: Meet Ginevra de’ Benci, a teenaged poet whose sharp mind and defiant spirit challenge the rules of a society run by men.
- Medici-Era Intrigue: Step into a vibrant and dangerous world of pageantry and deadly political rivalries where a single misstep could prove fatal for Ginevra and her family.
- A Portrait of Power: Commissioned as the Platonic muse of a powerful ambassador, Ginevra becomes both the talk of the city and a pawn in a game of art and ambition.
- The Birth of a Genius: Witness the creative fire of a young Leonardo da Vinci as he forms an intimate connection with his subject, capturing not just her likeness but the “motions of her mind.”
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Da Vinci's Tiger?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage: General interest > Children’s / Teenage general interest: Art and artists
Where can I read a sample of Da Vinci's Tiger?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780060744267
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Da Vinci's Tiger?
L. M. Elliott
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Da Vinci's Tiger is available as paperback(ISBN 9780060744267) and ebook(ISBN 9780062231710)
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