Chevalier, Tracy
The Glassmaker
- ISBN 13:
- 9780008153861
- author:
- Chevalier, Tracy
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- The Borough Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2025
- Pages:
- 432
- Dimensions:
- 15.9 x 24 x 2.8 centimetres (0.5
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, General, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Glassmaker
Tracy Chevalier's latest novel is a captivating tale of love, loss, and the art of glassmaking. Set in 15th-century Venice, the story follows Orsola Rosso as she defies convention to create exquisite glass beads that will adorn the necks of empresses and courtesans across Europe.
As Orsola's craft evolves, so too do her relationships and the city around her. With meticulous research and vivid prose, Chevalier brings the beauty and intrigue of Venice to life, crafting a story that spans centuries and explores the enduring power of creativity and perseverance.