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The Birth Of Venus by Sarah Dunant (2004, Paperback, Reprint)
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Author: Sarah Dunant
Publisher: Random House Inc
Publication Date: 2004-11-30
Language: English
Format: Paperback
ISBN-10: 0812968972
ISBN-13: 9780812968972
Product ID: EPID30901213
Description: In 15th-century Florence, a young woman named Alessandra welcomes an arranged marriage to a cultured man over 30 years her senior because he promises her the freedom to pursue her painting. But the deal is not quite what she imagined. As...
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Historical GemReview created: 07/09/07
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4 of 4 people found this review helpful.
So easy to get swept into Ms. Dunant's world of art, religion, and love. This book was written with passion and presents a visit into a historical world otherwise unknown.
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My book club loved this book! We recommend any group who would like to use this book for a book club would really enjoy it.
It starts off sad but is very intersting!
Enjoy reading!
It starts off sad but is very intersting!
Enjoy reading!
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Book purchaseReview created: 04/06/07
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4 of 4 people found this review helpful.
I purcased this book for my discussion group read. I buy my books so I can have them as reference. Library is cheaper, but I read ahead so much by the time I get to the group discussion I've forgotten what I read. Purchasing from ebay is the best way to get my books. They are usually in excellent condition and I like hardcovers.
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Great book portraying history from a different view!Review created: 11/14/06
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3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
This book was captivating from beginning to end. I was fascinated by the twists and turns that Dunant placed in front of me every other chapter. An excellent read for anyone into art or history mixed with a little bit of romance. Also a very feminine book, Dunant does a great job of describing the rebellious female pysche of the late 15th century. I absolutely could NOT put this book down - it's a heart-wrenching tale from beginning to end.
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The Birth of Venus by Sarah Dunant2 of 3 people found this review helpful.
I bought the book, and as usual it was in the condition it was advertised as being. I also received it promptly and enjoyed it immensely.
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Renaissance Florence ItalyReview created: 04/03/09
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
This is undoubtedly the best book I have read in ages....Dunant's research of the period is amazing....I was kept enthralled by the plot and hated to put the book down for sleep....
Like Ms. Dunant's, In The Company of a Courtesan, this is better than GWTW and the recent movie filmed in Venice, Casanova...the period color, history, make this story like you are there seeing what the heroine sees, one can almost hear the swish of her silk skirts....smell the perfume in her garden and the stench of the Florentine streets
This book has it all, makes one anticipate the next book by this author...not a silly soap or inane girl on the moors, throbbing member writer she......
Like Ms. Dunant's, In The Company of a Courtesan, this is better than GWTW and the recent movie filmed in Venice, Casanova...the period color, history, make this story like you are there seeing what the heroine sees, one can almost hear the swish of her silk skirts....smell the perfume in her garden and the stench of the Florentine streets
This book has it all, makes one anticipate the next book by this author...not a silly soap or inane girl on the moors, throbbing member writer she......
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Excellent Florentine Culture/Art Historical FictionReview created: 09/30/06
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1 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Florence in the 15th Century. A girl named Alessandra is tired of being too young and of the "wrong" sex. She dreams of being a painter and on her own but women in those times were not thought of for anything but keeping house and raising children. History aids in speeding her growing up. War is coming and girls are in danger. So a marriage is arranged with a much older man. Things are not what they seem and although Alessandra's husband allows here evry freedom she wanted she is still not content.
Beautifully written, fast paced, exciting period in the history of Florence. Will keep you up at night trying to read one more chapter.
Highly recommended, especially if you are interested in art and history - will not disappoint!
Beautifully written, fast paced, exciting period in the history of Florence. Will keep you up at night trying to read one more chapter.
Highly recommended, especially if you are interested in art and history - will not disappoint!
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