About Da Vinci’s Diary: The Lost Pages of Leonardo
Set in the twilight of his life, Da Vinci’s Diary presents a fictional yet historically faithful glimpse into the mind of Leonardo da Vinci, as he reflects on a lifetime of inquiry, invention, and inner conflict. Written as a single, poetic diary entry, this short story transports readers into Leonardo’s thoughts during his final year in France, where he lived under the patronage of King Francis I.
From anatomy to unfinished works, Leonardo shares his struggles with mortality, faith, and legacy. In a voice that feels timeless and intimate, this story captures the soul of a man who defied definition—engineer, artist, scientist, philosopher—and who, even in old age, remained a seeker of truth.
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Author Bio:
Cymon Walker has a deep fascination with historical figures, 16th to 18th century philosophy, and political theory. Da Vinci’s Diary: The Lost Pages of Leonardo is his humble attempt to glimpse into the mind of Leonardo da Vinci, after studying extensive bibliographies and historical accounts of the artist’s life and accomplishments. This fictional—yet historically faithful—diary aims to humanize the world-renowned polymath, offering an introspective account of his imagined reflections during his final years at the Château du Clos Lucé, the residence where he would spend his last days.