The Glassmaker
The Glassmaker by Tracy Chevalier, published by HarperCollins Publishers Limited in May 2025, is a historical fiction novel that spans 400 pages. Set in Venice in 1486, the narrative follows Orsola Rosso, a woman who defies societal norms to learn the art of glassmaking in order to save her family from ruin. The story intricately weaves through multiple timelines, exploring themes of family life and the challenges faced by women in a historical context.
Readers will find a richly detailed portrayal of Venice and the island of Murano, where time and craftsmanship intertwine. The book presents a journey through centuries marked by war, plague, love, and loss, offering a unique perspective on the resilience of a woman and her family. With elements of magical realism, The Glassmaker captures the beauty and complexity of life, making it a significant addition to the genre.
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‘Spellbinding’ ELIF SHAFAK
‘Ingenious’ THE TIMES, Book of the Year
‘Sparkling’OBSERVER
‘A triumph’ PHILIP PULLMAN
‘As finely wrought as a dazzling Murano bead’ INDEPENDENT
‘Meticulously researched and evoking the beauty of the Venice lagoon’ PHILIPPA GREGORY
‘A spectacular feat, crafted by a maestra at the top of her game’ SPECTATOR
FROM THE GLOBALLY ACCLAIMED AUTHOR OF GIRL WITH A PEARL EARRING
Venice, 1486.
Across the lagoon lies Murano. Time flows differently here – like the glass the island’s maestros spend their lives perfecting.
In secret, Orsola Rosso learns to craft glass. As a woman, she must flout convention to save her family from ruin. We follow her through hundreds of years of war and plague, tragedy and triumph, love and loss.
Skipping like a stone across the centuries, The Glassmaker is a virtuoso portrait of a woman, a family and a city that are as everlasting as glass.
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