The Girl With The Pearl Earring by Tracy Chevalier
Set in 17th century Delft, the novel revolves around a young woman who becomes a maid in the household of the famous painter Johannes Vermeer. As she becomes immersed in the artist's world, she grows close to Vermeer, eventually becoming the subject of one of his most renowned paintings. The story explores themes of art, beauty, and the complex dynamics of power, class, and desire, as it follows the protagonist's journey from innocence to awakening amidst the rich tapestry of Dutch Golden Age society.
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- Published
- 1999
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 233
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 6 lists:
- 37th on 50 Best-Loved Novels Written by a Woman (United Kingdom) (Guardian)
- 75th on 100 Best Books to Read by Women Authors (Good Housekeeping)
- 374th on The Complete 500: OCLC (OCLC)
- 1711th on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- 50 Essential Reads by Contemporary Authors (Orange Prize for Fiction)
- Cart's Top 200 Adult Books for Young Adults (Book)