Description
Set in the richly drawn art world of nineteenthcentury Paris this stunning historical novel imagines douard Manets last days in an indelible snapshot of genius illness and the dying embers of passion
Suffering from the complications of syphilis toward the end of his life douard Manet begins to jot down his daily impressions reflections and memories in a notebook He travels for healing respites in the French countryside and finds inspiration in naturea cloud of dragonflies peonies blanketed by the morning dew Back in Paris the artist holds court in his studio and meets a mysterious muse Suzon Entranced by Suzons cool blue eyes he decides to paint his final masterpiece A Bar at the FoliesBergere lifesizedand wagers his health to complete it In a sensual portrait of Manets last years Maureen Gibbon offers a vibrant testament to the endurance of the artistic spirit
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