He who thinks little, errs much


 

Title: The Notebooks of Leonardo Da Vinci, Complete (Volume 1)

Author: Leonardo Da Vinci

Translated by Jean Paul Richter

Publisher: iBooks

Year published: 1888


Some words from Leo:

What is fair in men, passes away, but not so in art.

Evil-thinking is either Envy or Ingratitude.

Obstacles cannot crush me. Every obstacle yields to stern resolve.

He who is fixed to a star does not change his mind.

Fire destorys all sophistry, that is deceit; and maintains truth alone, that is gold.

He who offends others, does not secure himself.

Just as iron rusts unless it is used, and water putrifies or, in cold, turns to ice, so our intellect spoils unless it is kept in use.

The greatest deception men suffer is from their own opinions.

He who thinks little, errs much.

And this Love shows itself more in adversity than in prosperity; as light does, which shines more where the place is darkest. 


This volume is a comprehensive collection of Leonardo da Vinci's thoughts, sketches, observations, and inventions, showcasing the genius of one of history’s most versatile minds. It captures his work across multiple fields including art, anatomy, engineering, architecture, philosophy, and natural sciences.

Da Vinci's notebooks are not organized like a traditional book but rather compiled from his extensive personal writings and sketches, many of which were written in mirror script. Volume 1 presents a selection of these entries, offering readers a window into how he thought and worked. He reflects on the movement of water, the proportions of the human body, the mechanics of flight, and techniques of painting, while also posing philosophical questions and making cryptic personal notes.

The book illustrates Leonardo’s method of inquiry—driven by observation, experiment, and deep curiosity. His artistic insights reveal his understanding of light, shadow, and composition, while his scientific notes display an advanced understanding of physics and biology far ahead of his time.

This compilation offers a remarkable insight into the Renaissance mind, revealing a man who saw the world through an integrated lens of science and art, ever questioning and exploring the wonders of nature and the capabilities of man.

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