The Agony and the Ecstasy

A Biographical Novel of Michelangelo

By: Irving Stone

Narrated by: Arthur Morey

This is Irving Stone's powerful and passionate biographical novel of Michelangelo. His time: the turbulent Renaissance, the years of poisoning princes, warring popes, the all-powerful Medici family, the fanatic monk Savonarola. His loves: the frail and lovely daughter of Lorenzo de Medici; the ardent mistress of Marco Aldovrandi; and his last love--his greatest love--the beautiful, unhappy Vittoria Colonna. His genius: a God-driven fury from which he wrested the greatest art the world has ever known. Michelangelo Buonarotti, creator of "David", painter of the Sistine ceiling, architect of the dome of St Peter's, lives once more in Irving Stone's marvellous book.

a simply wonderful listen...

This is trully such a great listen on almost all levels.Its emotional,intellectualy satisfying,historicly wonderous,spiritual.ect.ect...Also I strongly disagree with the reviews trashing the narrator.I found him wonderful and even hunted for other books he's read...this realy is a great audiobook...enjoy.

Wonderful in depth story about Michelangelo

What did you love best about The Agony and the Ecstasy?

I was not aware of the body of work that he had. Very impressive. The history of the period added a great deal to the story as well.

What did you like about the performance? What did you dislike?

I did not like hearing Michelangelo voiced as a whiney individual without a will motivation.

Who was the most memorable character of The Agony and the Ecstasy and why?

Contesa was my favorite.

Excellent

Superb, execution of developing characters and the storyline masterful.. The narrator really delivered as well.

Brilliant as the Master himself

Great performance by the narrator. The book takes you in a realistic journey of what Michelangelo's daily life may have been. You end up believing you were there with him through his struggles and triumphs,and ultimately by his side on his deathbed.

In-Depth Perfection!

Don't view any piece created by Michelangelo before reading this book. A new vision and understanding will accompany your experience the next time you view a Michelangelo sculpture, painting, or building.