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Figures in Silk : A Novel by Vanora Bennett (2009, Hardcover)

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Product Identifiers

PublisherHarperCollins

ISBN-10006168984X

ISBN-139780061689840

eBay Product ID (ePID)23038284844

Product Key Features

Book TitleFigures in Silk : a Novel

Number of Pages464 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2009

TopicRomance / Historical / Medieval, Historical

GenreFiction

AuthorVanora Bennett

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height1.4 in

Item Weight21.7 Oz

Item Length9 in

Item Width6 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN2009-281601

ReviewsA substantial historical novel set in turbulent 15th century England. Ably explores themes of romance and politics., Describe(s) late medieval trade and artisanship in fascinating detail. Stands out for its engrossing storytelling, multidimensional characters, and intriguing interpretation of everyone's favorite love-him-or-hate-him monarch, Richard III., Vanora Bennett knows what drives her characters, both fictional and historical, and they seem as real and easy to relate to as your next-door neighbor. Bennett's medieval England comes alive in ways a reader can immediately relate to, even while being transported away from the modern world.

Dewey Edition22

Dewey Decimal823.92

SynopsisTwo sisters discover passion during the War of the Roses-one in the arms of the king, the other in the world of silkFrom the author of the acclaimed novel Portrait of an Unknown Woman comes an epic tale of love and intrigue. The year is 1471. Edward IV, who won the throne with the help of his brother, Richard, Duke of Gloucester, is restoring law and order after years of war. Under Edward IV, life in England begins to improve. Business is booming once more and the printing and silk industries prosper in London. When silk merchant John Lambert marries off his two beautiful daughters, their fortunes are forever changed. Elder daughter Jane Shore begins a notorious liaison with the king while industrious and clever Isabel finds herself married into the house of Claver, a wealthy silk dynasty. Fate delivers Isabel a challenge when her new husband is killed and she is forced into apprenticeship to her mother-in-law, Alice Claver. It is from Alice Claver that Isabel learns to love silk and the exotic and passionate fabrics from Italy, Persia, Spain, Tunisia, and beyond. Isabel learns to make her way in this new world of silk-to find friends and enemies-and she strikes an alliance with her sister's lover, King Edward IV, that will bring the secrets of silk-making to London. As Isabel grows in power and her plan for a silk industry run by Englishwomen is set into motion, the political landscape shifts in dangerous ways. One sister will fall as the other rises and choices must be made that will change their lives forever., "Bennett's medieval England comes alive in ways a reader can immediately relate to, even while being transported away from the modern world." -- Christian Science Monitor The story of two sisters caught up in the maelstrom of historic events, Figures in Silk by Vanora Bennett combines the fascinating art and history of silk making with political intrigue and a sweeping, unforgettable love story. A breathing immersion into a Tudor England torn asunder by the War of the Roses, Figures in Silk is historical fiction at its finest--a rare and welcome treat for readers captivated by the fiction of Tracy Chevalier, Sarah Dunant, Geraldine Brooks, Susan Vreeland, and the Boleyn novels of Phillipa Gregory., "Bennett's medieval England comes alive in ways a reader can immediately relate to, even while being transported away from the modern world." --Christian Science Monitor The story of two sisters caught up in the maelstrom of historic events, Figures in Silk by Vanora Bennett combines the fascinating art and history of silk making with political intrigue and a sweeping, unforgettable love story. A breathing immersion into a Tudor England torn asunder by the War of the Roses, Figures in Silk is historical fiction at its finest--a rare and welcome treat for readers captivated by the fiction of Tracy Chevalier, Sarah Dunant, Geraldine Brooks, Susan Vreeland, and the Boleyn novels of Phillipa Gregory.

LC Classification NumberPR6102.E666F54 2009