Human beings are gifted with an almost unlimited potential for learning and creativity. Now you can uncover your own hidden abilities, sharpen your senses, and liberate your unique intelligence by following the example of the greatest genius of all time, Leonardo da Vinci. Drawing on Da Vinci's notebooks, inventions, and legendary works of art, the author introduces Seven Da Vincian Principles, from curiosita, the insatiably curious approach to life to connessione, the appreciation for the interconnectedness of all things. Discover an exhilarating new way of thinking. Through exercises and provocative lessons, you will harness the power of your own genius, mastering Problem solving, Creative thinking, Self-expression, Enjoying the world around you, Goal setting and life balance, and Harmonizing body and mind.

"With a new preface by the author"-- Cover. First published in 1998.

pt. 1.Introduction: your brain is much better than you think -- Learning from Leonardo -- Practical approach to genius -- Renaissance, then and now -- Life of Leonardo da Vinci -- Major accomplishments -- pt. 2. Seven Da Vincian principles -- Curiosit -- Dimostrazione -- Sensazione -- Sfumato -- Arte/scienza -- Corporalita -- Connessione -- Conclusion: Leonardo's legacy -- pt. 3. Beginner's Da Vinci drawing course -- Il Cavallo: rebirth of a dream -- Leonardo da Vinci chronology: life and times.