The Mona Lisa Vanishes: A Legendary Painter, a Shocking Heist, and the Birth of a Global Celebrity
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Book Synopsis: A propulsive work of narrative nonfiction about how the Mona Lisa was stolen from the Louvre, how the robbery made the portrait the most famous artwork in the world—and how the painting by Leonardo da Vinci should never have existed at all.
On a hot August day in Paris, just over a century ago, a desperate guard burst into the office of the director of the Louvre and shouted, La Joconde, c’est partie! The Mona Lisa, she’s gone! No one knew who was behind the heist. Was it an international gang of thieves? Was it an art-hungry American millionaire? Was it the young Spanish painter Pablo Picasso, who was about to remake the very art of painting?
Travel back to an extraordinary period of revolutionary change: turn-of-the-century Paris. Walk its backstreets. Meet the infamous thieves—and detectives—of the era. And then slip back further in time and follow Leonardo da Vinci, painter of the Mona Lisa, through his dazzling, wondrously weird life. Discover the secret at the heart of the Mona Lisa—the most famous painting in the world should never have existed at all.
Here is a middle-grade nonfiction, with black-and-white illustrations by Brett Helquist throughout, written at the pace of a thriller, shot through with stories of crime and celebrity, genius and beauty.
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Step into the mesmerizing world of art and intrigue with "The Mona Lisa Vanishes: A Legendary Painter, a Shocking Heist, and the Birth of a Global Celebrity". Immerse yourself in the gripping account of how the enigmatic masterpiece, the Mona Lisa, was stolen from the renowned Louvre museum. Witness the robbery that catapulted this portrait into the realm of unparalleled fame, transforming it into the most renowned artwork in history.
Unravel the mysteries of this audacious theft, an event shrouded in shadows and unanswered questions. Was it the work of an international gang of cunning thieves? Or perhaps a wealthy, art-obsessed American tycoon seeking to claim this work of art for his own? Could it even be the brilliant young Spanish painter, Pablo Picasso, who was about to revolutionize the art world with his unique vision?
Embark on a journey through the vibrant streets of turn-of-the-century Paris, a time of unprecedented change and innovation. Walk in the footsteps of audacious thieves and brilliant detectives, witnessing their daring escapades unfold. But don't stop there – venture even further into the past and delve into the captivating life of Leonardo da Vinci, the genius behind the Mona Lisa. Discover the hidden secrets and peculiarities that resonate through this timeless masterpiece.
This middle-grade nonfiction masterpiece is enriched with the evocative illustrations of Brett Helquist. Brace yourself for a thrilling read that seamlessly blends crime and celebrity, genius and beauty. As you turn the pages, you'll experience the exhilaration of a fast-paced thriller, all while uncovering the shocking truth at the heart of the Mona Lisa – a revelation that proves this extraordinary painting should never have come into existence at all.
Don't miss the opportunity to delve into this extraordinary tale that transcends time and captivates both young and old. Experience the allure of the Mona Lisa like never before. Get your hands on "The Mona Lisa Vanishes" today and embark on an unforgettable journey through art, history, and intrigue.
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