The New York Times bestselling novel by the author of Remarkable Creatures and The Last Runaway Translated into thirty-nine languages and made into an Oscar-nominated film, starring Scarlett Johanson and Colin Firth
Tracy Chevalier transports readers to a bygone time and place in this richly-imagined portrait of the young woman who inspired one of Vermeer’s most celebrated paintings.
… inspired one of Vermeer’s most celebrated paintings.
History and fiction merge seamlessly in this luminous novel about artistic vision and sensual awakening. Girl with a Pearl Earring tells the story of sixteen-year-old Griet, whose life is transformed by her brief encounter with genius . . . even as she herself is immortalized in canvas and oil.
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Worthwhile, historical fiction.
Another look at another era. I like this kind of book. You learn so much from it.
Best book Chevalier has written. Liked it a lot.
The details of the era, and of painting in that time, are exceptional, as are the characters.
Cavalier completely immersed me in a world and time centuries back.
Loved this book
Historical Fiction
Read book when it was originally published…..excellent book, gave a bio of artist.
A beautifully told tale involving one of the worlds most famous paintings. If you cannot read this and see in the movie, you’ll really enjoy the book.
I loved this book.
Just okay, not enough history in loved for me.
Really good story, easy read and builds interest.
I read it a really long time ago. I just remember liking it.
Interesting and entertaining
Wonderful read. Lovers of historical fiction will enjoy.
Atmospheric, real feel of the peopme and times.
A wonderful read
A fascinating read.
Great character development. Illustrates an interesting time and creates a believable depiction of middle class life and famous artist.
One of my favorite books of all time!