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The Agony and the Ecstasy

A Biographical Novel of Michelangelo

byIrving Stone

Genres: Biography Historical fiction Fiction

Dramatizes the life of the artistic genius Michelangelo, recalls his love affairs, his disputes with cardinals and popes, and his years of working on the Sistine Chapel

Language

English

Published on

03/03/1987

Pages

776

ISBN

9780451171351

Topics Artistic inspiration Renaissance italy Michelangelo's life Passion for art Creative process Love and hate Artistic genius Personal struggles Historical fiction Artistic expression

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