Sarah Dunant
The Birth Of Venus
- ISBN 13:
- 9781844089123
- author:
- Sarah Dunant
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Virago
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 432
- Dimensions:
- 12.8 x 2.8 x 19.8 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction, Contemporary Fiction, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Birth of Venus by Sarah Dunant In 15th-century Florence, a young woman's life is about to take a dramatic turn. Her father's return from Holland brings with him a talented painter, whose art will challenge everything she thought she knew about her place in the world. As Alessandra becomes increasingly fascinated by the painter's skills, she finds herself drawn into a world of art, passion, and rebellion. As the city teeters on the brink of change, Alessandra must navigate the complexities of her own desires and the rising tide of spiritual fervour. The arrival of the fiery priest Savanarola sets Florence ablaze with controversy, and Alessandra must make choices that will shape her future. Through it all, the painter's love will be a constant presence, changing everything in its wake. A gripping tale of love, art, and self-discovery, The Birth of Venus is a story of one woman's journey to find her place in a world on the cusp of transformation.
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