Major works:
* Leonardo da Vinci: A Study in the Development of His Personality and Art: This is considered his magnum opus, a comprehensive analysis of Leonardo's life and work.
* The Literary Works of Leonardo da Vinci: A translation and commentary on Leonardo's notebooks.
* Leonardo da Vinci: The Notebooks: A facsimile edition of Leonardo's notebooks, with detailed annotations.
* Leonardo da Vinci: The Last Supper: A detailed study of the famous fresco.
* The Drawings of Leonardo da Vinci: A catalogue raisonné of Leonardo's drawings.
* Leonardo da Vinci: The Complete Paintings: A comprehensive overview of Leonardo's paintings.
* Leonardo da Vinci: The Genius of the Renaissance: A biography of Leonardo for a general audience.
Other important publications:
* Leonardo: The Complete Paintings and Drawings: A collaboration with Carlo Pedretti.
* Leonardo da Vinci: The Codex Atlanticus: A facsimile edition of the Codex Atlanticus, with detailed annotations.
* Leonardo da Vinci: The Codex Leicester: A facsimile edition of the Codex Leicester, with detailed annotations.
In addition to these major works, Pedretti also wrote numerous articles and essays on Leonardo da Vinci and other Renaissance artists.
Pedretti's work is characterized by its meticulous scholarship, its deep understanding of Leonardo's art and thought, and its engaging style. He is widely considered to be one of the leading authorities on Leonardo da Vinci.