See all books authored by vanora bennett, including portrait of an unknown woman, and the white russian, and more on thriftbooks. Click to read more about figures in silk by vanora bennett. While i started reading vanora bennett s figures in silk because of the ricardian aspect of the plot, i actually found that part of the narrative rather thin compared to the rich and detailed story of life in the london silk trade which is the primary focus of the novel. Using the pointofview of a female silk merchant of london, vanora bennett, in figures of silk, gives readers a unique perspective of the final years of the wars of the roses after a brief but momentous meeting with a mysterious darkhaired man, young isabel lambert agrees to an arranged marriage into the house of claver, a family of silk merchants. Figures in silk ebook by vanora bennett 9780061971143. Figures in silk aka queen of silks vanora bennett author. Mar 24, 2009 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. Buy a cheap copy of figures in silk book by vanora bennett. Mar 05, 2009 vanora bennett is a journalist and writer. One of the interesting aspects of vanora bennetts novel is that she shows how ordinary people managed their lives and their businesses. Mar 02, 2010 vanora bennett is the author of two acclaimed novels, portrait of an unknown woman and figures in silk, and an awardwinning journalist.
I have to say of all the war of the roses books this is going to be one of my favorites. Vanora bennett born 1962 is a british author and awardwinning journalist bennett grew up in london, the eldest daughter of the flute player william bennett and the cellist rhuna martin, and read russian and french at the university of oxford. Browse vanora bennetts bestselling audiobooks and newest titles. Vanora bennetts masterful weaving of fact and fiction brought the era and historical characters to life, leaving the reader desperate for more. The story of a great queen, a woman of enormous courage who made her own rules, and a true survivor. Figures in silk by vanora bennett overdrive rakuten. Figures in silk large print by vanora bennett used. If you like historical fiction with a dark romantic twist youll find figures in silk an. So look for the suggested readalikes by title linked on the right.
Figures in silk book by vanora bennett thriftbooks. Both are female british writers whose novels focus largely on the lives of english royalty in the. 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. Figures in silk by vanora bennett book club discussion. Figures in silk ebook por vanora bennett 9780061971143. Bennett s medieval england comes alive in ways a reader can immediately relate to, even while being transported away from the modern world. Discover more authors youll love listening to on audible. Vanora bennetts figures in silk looks at the late medieval world through the eyes of two sisters, the daughters of silk merchant john lambert. Interview vanora bennett talks about the inspiration for her first novel, portrait of an unknown woman which is set against the turmoil, intrigue and, tragedy of henry viiis court. Site includes bibliography and brief author biography.
Books by vanora bennett authors like vanora bennett. Two sisters discover passion during the war of the rosesone in the arms of the king. This is the first in a series of late medieval novels by vanora bennett, the author of portrait of an unknown woman. Author vanora bennetts complete list of books and series in order, with the. Vanora bennett s two acclaimed russia novels, midnight in st petersburg and the white russian, have been bought in the usa by st martins press. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The american midnight in st petersburg comes out on january 19, 2016. Wed love you to buy this book, and hope you find this page convenient in locating a place of purchase. Figures in silk by vanora bennett book club discussion questions. To me, part of the pleasure of writing the books i write now is to make some kind of literary sense, a pattern, out of some of the terrible things i witnessed before to try and understand how love, loyalty, friendship and quiet decency. Vanora bennett s novel figures in silk is so atmospheric, i can almost believe myself transported this period of time. Vanora bennett s masterful weaving of fact and fiction brought the era and historical characters to life, leaving the reader desperate for more.
Download and keep this book for free with a 30 day trial. What was the inspiration for portrait of an unknown woman. Vanora bennett audio books, best sellers, author bio. Courier mail, australia, june 2008 isabels adventures in the silk trade the attempt to subvert venices control of the silk trade by importing weavers to work secretly in london, the poaching of jealously guarded trade secrets this is fascinating stuff. As the wars of the roses draw slowly to a close, england is a plac. The first glimmering of the idea for this book came from an exhibition of holbein drawings at the national portrait gallery about 10 years ago. Elder daughter jane starts a notorious liaison with edward iv while her sister isabel as the new silkweaver to the court becomes privy to its most intimate secrets. Figures in silk by vanora bennett, 9780061689857, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Their different personalities govern the later choices they make. Two sisters discover passion during the war of the rosesone in the arms of the king, the other in the world of silk. Vanora bennetts two acclaimed russia novels, midnight in st petersburg and the white russian, have been bought in the usa by st martins press. Nov 12, 2014 figures in silk by vanora bennett, 9780061689857, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Sensuality of silk in a time of repression of women as well as emotions silk was a powerful sensory experience. Using the pointofview of a female silk merchant of london, vanora bennett, in figures of silk, gives readers a unique perspective of the final years of the wars.
Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest. Books by vanora bennett authors like vanora bennett what. Bennetts protagonist isabel claver is a young widow who becomes an. Bennett introduces the reader to isabel lambert, the sister of the infamous merry mistress of edward iv, jane shore. The white russian by bennett, vanora and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Set against the war of the roses in the late 15th century, vanora bennett s figures in silk presents a captivating portrait of two different women through the contrast of the court life of jane shore, a woman whose affair with edward iv is documented in history, and the merchant life of isabel claver. Read figures in silk a novel by vanora bennett available from rakuten kobo. I recommend bennett s figures in silk to those who enjoy historical fiction set in 15th century england and the wars of the roses. Books by vanora bennett author of portrait of an unknown woman. Vanora bennett books list of books by author vanora bennett.
After reading portrait of an unknown woman i couldnt wait to read figures in silk, and i wasnt disappointed. Our cheap used books come with free delivery in the us. Fans of phillipa gregory, alison weir, sarah dunant, and tracy chevalier, and every reader who adores topquality historical fiction. John lambert, a silk merchant whos not as rich or prominent as he would like to be, has his heart set on getting his two daughters, jane and isabel, married off to improve the fortunes of his family, but the course of their loves does not run as smoothly as hed. Bennetts medieval england comes alive in ways a reader can immediately relate to, even while being transported away from the modern world. Books by vanora bennett author of portrait of an unknown. Bennett plunges into the fertile history of the reign of edward iv, the winding down of the york and lancastrian war of the roses and the shortlived kingship of the infamous richard iii.
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If you are the publisher or author of this book and feel that. Two sisters discover passion during the war of the rosesone in the arms of the king, the other in the world of silk from the author of the acclaimed novel portrait. Books by vanora bennett vanora bennett average rating 3. How does isabel gain more control over her own destiny than she might otherwise have had. Fans of phillipa gregory, alison weir, sarah dunant, and tracy chevalier, and every reader who adores topquality. A substantial historical novel set in turbulent 15thcentury england, when richard, duke of gloucester, aspired to the throne. Vanora bennett has books on goodreads with 26273 ratings. The story of two sisters caught up in the maelstrom of historic events, figures in silk by vanora bennett combines the. Vanora bennetts most popular book is portrait of an unknown woman. Mar 24, 2009 bennetts medieval england comes alive in ways a reader can immediately relate to, even while being transported away from the modern world. While i started reading vanora bennetts figures in silk because of the ricardian aspect of the plot, i actually found that part of the narrative rather thin compared to the rich and detailed story of life in the london silk trade which is the primary focus of the novel. Figures in silk large print by vanora bennett world of books.
Reviewed in the united kingdom on october 15, 2014. Beautiful, extroverted and flirtatious, jane makes her place within the court whereas the more quiet and plainer isabel longs for. She lives in north london with her husband and two children. While royal machinations figure large in the novel, the drama is played out on a smaller stage. Women had very little choice in the course of their lives in fifteenth century england. Bennetts medieval england comes alive in ways a reader can immediately relate to, even while being transported away fr. Figures in silk kindle edition by vanora bennett author format. Jane is actually one of the most likeable characters in the book and i really enjoyed the telling of. 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. Vanora bennett is the author of two acclaimed novels, portrait of an unknown woman and figures in silk, and an awardwinning journalist. The other sister, industrious and clever isabel, is wed to the scion of a wealthy silk dynasty.
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