Music and Silence by Rose Tremain
Set in the 17th-century Danish court of King Christian IV, this novel follows the intertwining lives of several characters including a young English lute player, the king's ambitious second wife, and a manipulative servant. As they navigate the complexities of court life, their stories reveal themes of love, power, betrayal, and the transformative power of music. The novel is a rich tapestry of historical detail, complex characters, and emotional depth, exploring the silence that can exist in the midst of noise and the music that can emerge from silence.
The 6707th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1999
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 454
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- Costa Book Award - Best Novel (Costa Coffee)
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)