Da Vinci’s Tiger
Da Vinci’s Tiger by L. M. Elliott, published by HarperCollins on November 10, 2015, is a historical novel that explores the life of Ginevra de’ Benci, a young woman in Renaissance Florence. Set against a backdrop of artistic innovation and societal constraints, the narrative follows Ginevra as she navigates her desire to express herself through poetry and art while being confined by an arranged marriage in a male-dominated society.
Readers will find a richly detailed portrayal of Ginevra’s experiences as she encounters the charismatic Venetian ambassador, Bernardo Bembo, who introduces her to a vibrant circle of artists and thinkers. The story delves into her relationship with Leonardo da Vinci, who paints her portrait, fostering a connection that challenges her understanding of love and creativity. With themes of art, historical context, and personal growth, this edition offers a glimpse into the complexities of Ginevra’s journey toward self-discovery and artistic expression.
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For fans of rich and vivid historical novels like Girl with a Pearl Earring and Code Name Verity, Laura Malone Elliott delivers the stunning tale of real-life Renaissance woman Ginevra de’ Benci, the inspiration for one of Leonardo da Vinci’s earliest masterpieces.
The young and beautiful daughter of a wealthy family, Ginevra longs to share her poetry and participate in the artistic ferment of Renaissance Florence but is trapped in an arranged marriage in a society dictated by men.
The arrival of the charismatic Venetian ambassador, Bernardo Bembo, introduces Ginevra to a dazzling circle of patrons, artists, and philosophers. Bembo chooses Ginevra as his Platonic muse and commissions a portrait of her by a young Leonardo da Vinci.
Posing for the brilliant painter inspires an intimate connection between them, one Ginevra only begins to understand.
In a rich and vivid world of exquisite art with a dangerous underbelly of deadly political feuds, Ginevra faces many challenges to discover her voice and artistic companionship—and to find love.
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