In sculpture, architecture, and painting Michelangelo triumphed as one of the greatest artists of all time. What drove this extraordinary genius? What is the secret of his enduring achievement?

With sympathy and understanding, Elizabeth Ripley answers these questions in terms which will appeal to young people. In this skillful biographical text, this genius of the Renaissance becomes a living personality, and Michelangelo's life story as he himself told it is revealed through his own works of art which are reproduced in 31 striking photographs.

"Attractive bookmaking and good writing and reproductions make this an effective way of presenting a great artist to children."      —Horn Book

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