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- 416 pages
- Reading time
- 15 hours
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Set in 1486, the story follows Orsola Rosso, the eldest daughter of a Murano glassblowing family. Defying societal norms, she secretly learns the art of bead-making after her father's death, becoming vital to her family's success. The narrative spans centuries, depicting the Rosso family's resilience through plagues, wars, and the evolution of Venice from a trade hub to a tourist destination. Central to the tale are the enduring connections and creative spirit of the Rosso women, who navigate triumphs and losses across generations.
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The Glassmaker, Tracy Chevalier
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- Released
- 2024
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- Title
- The Glassmaker
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Tracy Chevalier
- Publisher
- Penguin Books Canada
- Released
- 2024
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 416
- ISBN13
- 9780525558279
- Category
- Fiction, Historical prose, Motherhood and Parenthood
- Description
- Set in 1486, the story follows Orsola Rosso, the eldest daughter of a Murano glassblowing family. Defying societal norms, she secretly learns the art of bead-making after her father's death, becoming vital to her family's success. The narrative spans centuries, depicting the Rosso family's resilience through plagues, wars, and the evolution of Venice from a trade hub to a tourist destination. Central to the tale are the enduring connections and creative spirit of the Rosso women, who navigate triumphs and losses across generations.