Life Studies

Stories

Susan Vreeland

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English

Penguin
29 November 2005

Biography; Historical fiction; Short stories

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 those of Manet, Monet, van Gogh, and others. Vreeland then gives us contemporary stories in which her characters-a teacher, a construction worker, and an orphan for example-encounter art in meaningful, often surprising ways. A fascinating exploration of the lasting strength of art in everyday life, Life Studies is a dazzling addition to Vreeland's outstanding body of work.

By: Susan Vreeland
Imprint: Penguin
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 186mm, Width: 115mm, Spine: 24mm
Weight: 237g
ISBN: 9780143036104
ISBN 10: 0143036106
Pages: 332
Publication Date: 29 November 2005
Recommended Age: From 18 years
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for Life Studies: Stories

"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"")"