Victor Hugo
Victor Hugo is still known as one of the best writers in the French Romantic category (Barrère, Jean-Bertrand 1). He was born on February 26, 1802, in Besançon, France and his real name is Victor-Marie Hugo (“Victor Hugo” 1). Victor’s father Joseph-Lèopold-Sigisbert Hugo was a major in Napoleon’s army so when he was little Victor never really got to see his father because Joseph traveled a lot with the army and his parents got alienated away from another (Barrère, Jean-Bertrand 1). Victor continuously had to move from many places when he was growing up they would move from Elba, to Naples, and even to Madrid before moving back to Paris (Barrère, Jean-Bertrand 1). He studied law when he went to college but he later realized
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By the 1840’s Hugo was one of France’s most celebrated literary figures (“Victor Hugo” 1). In 1841 he was elected into the French Academy and was also nominated for the Chamber of Peers (“Victor Hugo” 1). In 1843 he had to step back from writing for a little bit because his daughter and her husband died in an accidental drowning (“Victor Hugo” 1). In private Victor started to work on a new novel which would soon turn into the world famous book “Les Misérables” (“Victor Hugo” 1). In 1851 Hugo fled to coup in Brussels and he lived there until 1870 (“Victor Hugo” 1). Among most of the books that Hugo published at the time his best seller was the book “Les Misérables” which was published in 1862, this book became not only a best seller in Europe but it also became a huge seller in the United States (“Victor Hugo” 1). A year after Hugo returned to France he became a deputy in the National Assembly but he ended up retiring later that month (Barrère, Jean-Bertrand 1). Hugo’s life became pretty dark after that, in 1871 one of his sons died and then again in 1873 another of his sons died, his work after those moments became darker than his earlier writing (Barrère, Jean-Bertrand
As Pablo Picasso once said, “Painting is a blind man’s profession. He paints not what he sees, but what he feels, what he tells himself about what he has seen.” Picasso’s passion for art started at a young age, getting his passion for art from his father. Pablo Picasso is known for the innovative techniques he introduced to the art world. Each being influenced from his life around him, to modifications in the colors he utilized, or transitioning to an unorthodox style of painting, and even practicing printmaking.
The still-standing aqueducts, bathhouses, and other public works of both ancient republic and empire testify to the engineering and architectural skills of the Romans. The rebirth of science during the Renaissance brought the daring speculations of Leonardo da Vinci (including discoveries in anatomy, meteorology, geology, and hydrology, as well as a series of fascinating though ultimately impractical designs for a "flying machine"). The scientist Galilei Galileo also called as the first modern scientist. Galileo’s achievement includes improving the telescope, various astronomical observations, and initial formulation of the first and second laws of motion. Although Galileo is suppressed by the Catholic Church, but he was the founder of modern
It is difficult to determine who truly captured the spirit of the Renaissance due to the wide range of characteristics that defined the time period. These characteristics ranged from science and art to religion and philosophy. The Renaissance was the collaboration of many historical figures who contributed to scientific, artistic, political, religious and architectural advancements. Crediting one historical figure for capturing the spirit of the renaissance required a lot of speculation and analysis, but it was Leonardo Da Vinci who ultimately possessed the traits that generally defined the Renaissance.
Gan De and Galileo Galilei were both influential scientists who contributed to the current modern perception of the universe. Gan de was born in China during the 4th Century BC and was the first known astronomer to contribute to compiling the star chart. While observing and researching astronomy, he accidently discovered the 2nd Satellite of Jupiter, which was later confirmed by Galileo 2000 years later. “It was very large and bright. It seemed that there was a small ‘red star’ attached to its side. This is called an alliance,” this is one of the only surviving quotes from Gan De himself. Galileo Galilei was named ‘the father of modern science’ by Albert Einstein. He was born in the middle of the 16th Century in Italy. In 1604, his first
Leonardo Da Vinci’s unlimited desire for knowledge made him one of the most influential people to the development of the modern world. His prolific genius spanned virtually every field of study. Widely considered to be the best example of a polymath to have ever lived, he made significant contributions to warfare, astronomy, mathematics, engineering, transportation, medicine, botany, painting and sculpting. He made groundbreaking advancements in anatomy, geology, hydrodynamics, aeronautics, and optics. Da Vinci’s unique powers of observation and superior intellect embodied the spirit of scientific exploration and epitomized the Renaissance paradigm. His complexity and diversification cannot be overstated and the degree of which his many
Galileo Galilei played a major role in the Renaissance. He was an Italian scientist, physicist, mathematician, philosopher, inventor, and astronomer. His ideas and observations are to thank for modern physics and astronomy, today. Born on February 15, 1564, in Pisa, Italy, Galileo helped open the eyes of many to a new way of thinking about our solar system. This earned him the nickname of “The Father of Modern Science.”
Painting, sculpting, graphite and ink are some ways of art that I love. Pablo Picasso knew how to do all of that very well and inspired others everywhere. He became my role model; I look up to him and his work. Picasso wasn't just an artist; he devoted his life into making art for others to enjoy. His art showed his emotions, thoughts and his life. Art ran down in his family too; he got inspired by his father. Pablo Picasso inspired many artists, and he inspired me because of his devotion to his phenomenal art.
Unfortunately, this sent Hugo into a spiraling depression, but inspired some of his best work.
Jules verne wrote a lot of big hit books many of them were made into movies. Also many of his books were published after he died.he was a French author who wrote teenager books.
HUGO IS UNDENIABLY sociable. He is a curious soul and always finds himself in an investigative mood. There is a desire to understand everything that is around him—such as the pavement and the skyscrapers that were built upon them. Because of his naturally inquisitive
Galileo Galilei was a teacher, astronomer, philosopher and physicist who is now referred to as “the Father of the Scientific Revolution.” “The scientific revolution refers to a period of time of great advancement in the sciences that challenged the traditional beliefs about mankind's place and relationship with the universe held by religious orders” (Bellis). Born in Pisa Italy on February 15, 1564 Galileo was the son of Vincenzo Galilei, musician and mathematician. He was the first of six children and began his education at the age of eight at the Camaldolese Monastery at Vallombrosa. Bringing a close connection to the Christian religion he became a lutenist. However, his father immediately removed him from the monastery and insisted that
Criticisms of American funeral practices have been made publicly aware since the 1920’s, and actually go back to ancient times in the scope of human’s ceremonies for the dead. Since the first published argument against modern funerals various authors joined the movement publishing their disparagements of customs for the deceased; that in essence contend the grandiosity and lavish displays are merely a social and psychological representation of the monetary opportunity of funerals (DeSpelder & Strickland, 2015, p. 306-307). Even further, regarding the encompassing funeral industry as exploiting grieving loved ones for their financial gains, while disregarding the actual needs of modern society (DeSpelder & Strickland, 2015, p. 307).
Art is a human activity, the product of this activity or the idea that we are in fact deliberately targeting sense, emotions and intellect. Art and writing are different forms of expression but they both can convey the same intensity for the creator. Art can be used to express thoughts, emotions and feelings whereas writing is a form of expressing ideas and opinions. Pablo Picasso and Ernest Hemingway are those two names, which they don’t need to identification. They are well-known personality from lifetime works on their own respected fields. Pablo Picasso and Hemingway are most well-known in the 20th century and still popular in art and literature. Both artists created valuable paintings, stories
Leonardo Da Vinci was born on April 15th, 1452 in Vinci, Italy, and died May 2nd, 1519 in Amboise, France (Abbagnano). Leonardo Da Vinci once said, “I can carry out a sculpture in marble, bronze, or clay; and in painting I can do everything it is possible to do” (Lester, 63). Leonardo was an exceptionally talented artist and everyone recognized this, including himself. To be the greatest does not just mean being the most well known or to have the best quality of work. To be the greatest artist means to take time and put effort into the work, and appreciate the work. To be the greatest artist means to be influential and to inspiring to other artists who wish to learn the same techniques. Leonardo was exactly this. Leonardo Da Vinci put an exceedingly amount of effort into his work and inspired many artists around him. Although he was often unreliable when it came to his work, Leonardo Da Vinci was the greatest artist in European history because of his intense focus on nature and perspective, his studies of proportions and mathematics, and because of his influence on a number of artists.
Victor Hugo was a novelist, poet, and dramatist. He is one of the most important of French Romantic writers. His best-known works are The Hunchback of Notre Dame and Les Miserable.