The Lives of the Artists is a classic work by Giorgio Vasari, an Italian painter and art historian of the Renaissance period. This book provides biographies of various artists, including Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael, among others. Vasari's firsthand accounts and anecdotes offer valuable insights into the lives and artistic achievements of these renowned masters. It is a timeless resource for anyone interested in the history of art and the lives of its most influential figures.