The Mona Lisa Vanishes
Overview & Summary
This narrative nonfiction account reconstructs the sensational 1911 theft of the Mona Lisa from the Louvre -- a heist that, paradoxically, transformed a relatively obscure Renaissance portrait into the most famous painting in the world -- while also tracing back to Leonardo da Vinci's own strange, restless life and the improbable origins of the painting itself. Nicholas Day's book, illustrated by Brett Helquist, won the Sibert Medal and the Boston Globe-Horn Book Award for its blend of art history and true-crime storytelling.
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Who This Book Is For
A great pick for High school students (Grades 9–12) studying History and Humanities. Helps students connect historical events with real human stories and broader perspectives.
Why CE Recommends This Book
Selected for Academic Enrichment & Readiness. Pushing slightly beyond standard classroom expectations, this title widens vocabulary, supports steady Lexile growth, and builds the academic rigor needed for advanced middle and high school courses.
