دانلود کتاب The Glassmaker 2024

“The Glassmaker” by Tracy Chevalier is a historical fiction novel that spans centuries, tracing the legacy of a family of glassmakers in Murano, Venice. The story begins in 1486 with Orsola Rosso, a woman who defies the norms of her time by secretly learning the art of glassmaking after her father’s death. Her talent for creating glass beads becomes the cornerstone of her family’s survival through various trials, including plagues and wars.

As the narrative skips through time, it captures the enduring spirit of the Rosso women, their artistic triumphs, and the evolution of Venice from a bustling center of trade to a tourist destination. Chevalier’s novel is a tribute to the resilience of tradition and the beauty of craftsmanship, set against the backdrop of Venice’s rich history¹.