Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
250
Language
English
Published
Jan 20, 2001
Publisher
Blue Unicorn Editions
ISBN-10
1583963499
ISBN-13
9781583963494
Description
In a twist of fate, young painter Hippolyte Schinner finds his life irrevocably altered after a mishap in his studio. As he navigates the aftermath of his fall, he becomes entwined with the people and circumstances around him, revealing the complexities of ambition, love, and human interactions in the heart of 19th-century Paris.
Through Schinner's journey, the story masterfully explores the intersections of art and personal struggle, as well as the ever-changing nature of relationships. The narrative delves into the characters' desires and regrets, painting a vivid portrait of a world where aspirations can rise and fall just like the fortunes of the artist himself.
Through Schinner's journey, the story masterfully explores the intersections of art and personal struggle, as well as the ever-changing nature of relationships. The narrative delves into the characters' desires and regrets, painting a vivid portrait of a world where aspirations can rise and fall just like the fortunes of the artist himself.
Genres
Science Fiction
Humor
Art & Photography
Contemporary
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