The Notebooks Of Leonardo Da Vinci Vol.2

The Notebooks of Leonardo Da Vinci Vol-2 is an enlightening collection of writings by the renowned polymath Leonardo da Vinci. The second volume of Leonardo da Vincis notebooks contains a wide range of writings on a variety of topics including sculpture architecture zoology physiology medicine astronomy geography naval warfare swimming flying machines mining music and more. Leonardos writings are often accompanied by detailed drawings and diagrams which provide a fascinating glimpse into his mind and his work. The volume begins with a section on sculpture in which Leonardo discusses the principles of design and proportion. He also provides detailed instructions on how to create sculptures including how to model clay cast bronze and carve marble. The next section of the volume is devoted to architecture. Leonardo discusses the design of buildings including churches palaces and fortifications. He also provides insights into the principles of engineering and construction.