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The Agony and the Ecstasy Summary Audiobook

Irving Stone

A biographical novel of Michelangelo Buonarroti

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Author: Irving Stone

Narrator: Brian

Format: MP3

IBSN: 9780451171351

Language: English

Publish Date: 27/12/1969

Audiobook length: 31min

Contents

Chapter 1Overview
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Chapter 2Discovering destiny Art is my destiny
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Chapter 3Pursuit of perfection Giving my best
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Chapter 4Salvation of the soul Art sets the soul free
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Chapter 5Summary & Review
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Who should listen The Agony and the Ecstasy

The summary audiobook of "The Agony and the Ecstasy" by Irving Stone is ideal for art enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone interested in the life of Michelangelo. It caters to individuals seeking a deeper appreciation of the Renaissance era and the struggles and triumphs of one of its greatest artists. Additionally, it serves as a valuable resource for students and professionals in the arts and humanities, providing key insights and themes that explore the interplay between creativity, passion, and the human experience.

3 quotes from The Agony and the Ecstasy

  • "The true artist doesn't create a work of art. He creates himself."
  • "If one must choose between the two, let one choose the agony, for in that lies the ecstasy of achievement."
  • "There is no greater power on earth than the creative power of a man. It is the only power that can change the world."

Author : Irving Stone

Irving Stone was an American biography writer. Born in California, he received his master’s degree in economics from the University of Southern California, and later taught at Indiana University. During his lifetime, he wrote twenty-five biographical novels on historical figures such as Jack London, Sigmund Freud, and Charles Darwin. His writing spans the fields of politics, law, and art, and his best-known works include Lust for Life, a fictionalized biography of Vincent Van Gogh, as well as The Agony and the Ecstasy.