I have never really understood or appreciated art appropriately. If I find something pretty or interesting then I know I like it, but I don’t understand the deeper meaning. So, I loved learning more about art and the complexities of it in The Secret Life of Sofonisba Anguissola: The most famous woman you’ve never heard of.
Sofonisba lived during a time when women didn’t paint, their job was to be married off by their fathers as pawns. But Sofonisba’s father believe in her and educated her and hired elite mentors to advance her skills. Her natural talent and ability to learn quickly, led her to work with Michelangelo and finally to tutor the Queen of Spain Elizabeth of Valois. I genuinely loved learning about this part of history that I’ve never heard of and was extremely impressed by Melissa Muldoon’s research and writing ability.
The Secret Life of Sofonisba Anguissola is one of my favorite books this year and I’m thankful I took the time to savor it.
Thank you @bookreviewsdone for this gifted copy! You can find this on our Amazon Storefront, I hope you get a chance to read it!
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