Girl With a Pearl Earring

Description

Title: Girl With a Pearl Earring
Author: Tracy Chevalier
Publisher: The Borough Press (2024), Borough Edition
Format: Paperback
Language: English
ISBN-13: 9780008683566

Girl With a Pearl Earring by Tracy Chevalier is an internationally acclaimed historical novel inspired by the mysterious and iconic painting by Dutch artist Johannes Vermeer.

Set in 17th-century Delft in the Netherlands, the novel follows Griet, a young girl who becomes a maid in the household of the renowned painter Johannes Vermeer. As Griet begins working in the artist’s home, she gradually becomes drawn into his world of art, light, and creativity.

Recognizing her quiet intelligence and eye for detail, Vermeer begins involving Griet in his painting process. As their relationship deepens, tensions rise within the household, leading to jealousy, suspicion, and difficult choices.

Through rich historical detail and elegant storytelling, Tracy Chevalier brings to life the world behind one of the most famous paintings in history, exploring themes of art, class, ambition, and forbidden connection.

Published by The Borough Press, this paperback Borough edition is perfect for readers who enjoy historical fiction, art-inspired novels, and beautifully crafted literary storytelling.