“As regards this vice, we read that the peacock is more guilty of it than any other animal. For it is always contemplating the beauty of its tail, which it spreads in the form of a wheel, and by its cries attracts to itself the gaze of the creatures that surround it. And this is the last vice to be conquered.”
Quote by Leonardo da Vinci
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Notebooks of Leonardo Da Vinci: Complete & Illustrated
The book includes a vast array of Da Vinci's handwritten notes, covering a wide range of subjects including art, science, engineering, and philosophy. It offers a unique glimpse into the mind of one of history's greatest inventors and thinkers, showcasing his innovative ideas and creative processes. more
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Leonardo da Vinci
Leonardo da Vinci was an Italian Renaissance polymath whose works and ideas had a profound influence on the world. He was a renowned painter, sculptor, inventor, scientist, musician, and engineer. more
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