Description
Irving Stone's monumental novel plunges readers into the passionate and turbulent life of Michelangelo, the Renaissance master whose genius shaped the course of art history. Through vivid prose and meticulous research, the narrative chronicles the artist's relentless pursuit of perfection, from his early struggles and rivalries to his monumental commissions like the Sistine Chapel ceiling and the David. This sweeping saga explores themes of artistic ambition, the divine spark of creation, and the profound personal sacrifices demanded by an all-consuming dedication to one's craft. "The Agony and the Ecstasy" is an unforgettable portrait of a man driven by both heavenly inspiration and earthly torment, forever etched into the annals of human achievement.
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paperback
Berkley
Published Jan 1, 1961
780 pages
ISBN: 9780451171351
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First Published
1961
Language
eng
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