Who Was Michelangelo?

Written by Kirsten Anderson and Who HQ · Illustrated by Gregory Copeland

Part of the Who Was . . . ? series

A young boy discovers his passion for art and becomes one of the greatest artists in the world.

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112 pages· 8,110 words· Est. 1 hour read· 900L

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In Renaissance Italy, a young apprentice named Michelangelo rises to become a master sculptor and painter, creating iconic works like the statue of David and the Sistine Chapel ceiling. Explore his life, from his early days to his interactions with popes and the Medici family, and his relentless passion for art that lasted into his late eighties. What drove this genius to keep creating? Dive into the world of art and history to uncover the story of one of the most beloved artists of all time.

From the publisher

Travel to Renaissance Italy and learn about the young apprentice who went on become a true master, and one of the most beloved sculptors and painters of all time in this addition to the #1 New York Times Best-Selling Who Was? series! Michelangelo created some of the world’s most recognizable art, from the statue of David to the intricate ceiling fresco of the Sistine Chapel. Beyond his well-known painting and sculpting, he was a gifted poet and architect. Young readers can learn about the entirety of Michelangelo’s life, from his time as a young apprentice, his relationships with several Catholic popes and the Medici family, to his unwillingness to stop working into his late eighties. A perfect read for art lovers and fans of the Renaissance.

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