Lecture and book signing for Ceci n'est pas Leonardo by Riccardo Magnani
On Friday, September 25, 2020, at 6:30 PM, Dr. Riccardo Magnani will present his book Ceci n'est pas Leonardo.
The presentation will be enhanced by musical interludes performed by Fabio Pratesi.
"This essay on Leonardo and the Renaissance era in which he played a leading role is extraordinary for its documentary rigor, historiographical insight, and hermeneutic depth—blending aesthetics and philosophy! Its central thesis is not so much surprising in itself—given how compellingly plausible it becomes when one rediscovers and retraces a certain tradition of wisdom running through Western history (though obscured because it was disowned from a certain point onward)—but rather remarkable for its rigorous demonstration, down to the finest details and the intricate web of contributing factors and corollaries. It outlines a perspective that shines with authenticity, honesty, and intellectual merit. A boo