

The Glassmaker
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Book • 2024
Tracy Chevalier's 'The Glassmaker' follows the Rosso family, Murano glassmakers, across centuries.
The narrative spans from the 1400s to the present day, showcasing their resilience and adaptation through historical events like plagues and wars.
Chevalier masterfully weaves together historical accuracy with fictional characters, creating a compelling story of family, craft, and the enduring spirit of Venice.
The novel explores themes of tradition, innovation, and the passage of time, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of a family dedicated to their craft.
The unique time-bending narrative allows readers to connect with the characters across generations, experiencing their lives and struggles in a deeply personal way.
The narrative spans from the 1400s to the present day, showcasing their resilience and adaptation through historical events like plagues and wars.
Chevalier masterfully weaves together historical accuracy with fictional characters, creating a compelling story of family, craft, and the enduring spirit of Venice.
The novel explores themes of tradition, innovation, and the passage of time, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of a family dedicated to their craft.
The unique time-bending narrative allows readers to connect with the characters across generations, experiencing their lives and struggles in a deeply personal way.
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as a spellbinding novel about artisan craftsmanship and female perseverance in Venice.

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Tracy Chevalier crafts a novel out of glass