Description
This novel weaves together eight interconnected stories, each centered around a single, enigmatic painting attributed to the Dutch Master Vermeer. From its creation by the artist to pay off debts, through centuries of ownership, loss, and even wartime theft, the painting serves as a silent witness to the lives it touches. The narrative explores themes of art, legacy, and the enduring power of beauty across generations. Susan Vreeland masterfully crafts a poignant and evocative journey, demonstrating her signature lyrical prose and deep understanding of the human spirit.
Available Editions
paperback
Penguin Books
Published Jan 1, 2000
242 pages
ISBN: 9780140296280
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Details
First Published
2000
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Girl in Hyacinth Blue by Susan Vreeland.