Brunelleschi's Dome

How a Renaissance Genius Reinvented Architecture

Ross King

The book chronicles the story of Filippo Brunelleschi, the mastermind behind the construction of the great dome of the Santa Maria del Fiore cathedral in Florence, Italy. It details the innovative techniques and relentless determination Brunelleschi employed to solve the architectural challenges of creating the largest dome of its time, which remains a marvel of engineering to this day.

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Michelangelo and the Pope's Ceiling

Ross King

The book delves into the four-year ordeal of Michelangelo painting the Sistine Chapel ceiling, commissioned by Pope Julius II, exploring the artistic challenges, political intrigue, and personal struggles he faced. It provides historical context and insight into Renaissance art, the complex relationship between the artist and the pontiff, and the creative process behind one of the world's most famous artistic achievements.

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