Dürer

This compact biography explores the life of one of Germany’s most celebrated artists, placing him squarely within the bustling, trade‑rich world of 16th‑century Nuremberg. The city’s vibrant guilds, thriving commerce and Renaissance curiosity form the backdrop for a formative childhood in a well‑to‑do merchant family, and for the early apprenticeships that set the young painter on his remarkable path.

Listeners will travel with the artist through his diligent studies, his celebrated “Wander‑Jahre” journeys across Europe, and his groundbreaking work in painting, engraving and woodcut. The volume also sheds light on his literary pursuits, the spirited correspondence he kept while abroad, and the contentious story of his marriage, offering a balanced view of both his genius and his personal challenges—all presented in a concise, reliable narrative that brings the era’s atmosphere to life.