Life Studies by Susan Vreeland - ISBN: 9780143036104
Paperback
In this collection of finely crafted historical and contemporary stories, Vreeland transports readers through time, from Paris in the 1840s, to present-day California, allowing them to witness the inspiration behind–and in some cases the creation–of great works of art.

Life Studies

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  • Paperback

    352 pages

  • Release Date

    29 November 2005

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Summary

With her richly textured novels Susan Vreeland has offered pioneering portraits of the artist’s life. Now, in a collection of profound wisdom and beauty, she explores the transcendent power of art through the eyes of ordinary people. Life Studies begins with historic tales that, rather than focusing directly on the great Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masters themselves, render those on the periphery-their lovers, servants, and children-as their personal experiences play out against tho…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780143036104
ISBN-10:0143036106
Author:Susan Vreeland
Publisher:Penguin Putnam Inc
Imprint:Penguin USA
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:352
Release Date:29 November 2005
Weight:237g
Dimensions:186mm x 115mm x 24mm
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Critics Review

As if lining a gallery’s white walls, the 17 stories in Life Studies are exquisitely crafted. (“The Portland Oregonian”) Delivers a rich palette. Light and beauty pour from the pages in deft, accessible prose strokes. (“The San Diego Union-Tribune”)
As if lining a gallery’s white walls, the 17 stories in Life Studies are exquisitely crafted. (“The Portland Oregonian”) Delivers a rich palette. Light and beauty pour from the pages in deft, accessible prose strokes. (“The San Diego Union-Tribune”)

About The Author

Susan Vreeland

Susan Vreeland is the New York Times bestselling author of eight books, including Clara and Mr. Tiffany and Girl in Hyacinth Blue. She lives in San Diego.

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