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The Apprentice

by Juan Ramón Alonso, Robin Longshaw, Pilar Molina Llorente
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The Apprentice: A Renaissance painting 'jealousy' drama.

"The Apprentice" could be a good read for those interested in historical fiction taking place in Renaissance Florence. The unique and distinctive feature of the book is the portrayal of the cutthroat nature of the art world during that time period, where jealousy and competition could result in extreme measures. The book is recommended for those who enjoy coming-of-age stories about characters faced with difficult decisions.

  • Mildred L. Batchelder Award (1994)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Apprentice

by Juan Ramón Alonso, Robin Longshaw, Pilar Molina Llorente
Compare to estimated retail price: RM60.00 MYR  

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ISBN: 9780374404321
Authors: Juan Ramón Alonso, Robin Longshaw, Pilar Molina Llorente
Publisher: Square Fish
Date of Publication: 1994-08-30
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Historical Fiction
Goodreads rating: 3.76
(rated by 1076 readers)

Description

In Renaissance Florence, thirteen-year-old apprentice Arduino's dreams of being a painter are challenged after he discovers the extreme measures the Maestro Cosimo di Forlç will take in the name of jealousy. Arduino faces a decision that could cost him his only chance to realize his life's dream.
 

The Apprentice: A Renaissance painting 'jealousy' drama.

"The Apprentice" could be a good read for those interested in historical fiction taking place in Renaissance Florence. The unique and distinctive feature of the book is the portrayal of the cutthroat nature of the art world during that time period, where jealousy and competition could result in extreme measures. The book is recommended for those who enjoy coming-of-age stories about characters faced with difficult decisions.

  • Mildred L. Batchelder Award (1994)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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