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This engaging summary presents an analysis of The Lady and the Unicorn by Tracy Chevalier, which tells the tale of a set of tapestries that are ordered by a rich noble in 15th century Brussels, alongside the intertwined stories of love and societal expectations. The novel offers a detailed portrayal of the society of the Middle Ages, from the differences in social standings to the treatment of women as a bartering tool. Chevalier has been awarded various prizes for her work, as well as two honorary doctorates for her contributions to historical fiction.
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This engaging summary presents an analysis of The Lady and the Unicorn by Tracy Chevalier, which tells the tale of a set of tapestries that are ordered by a rich noble in 15th century Brussels, alongside the intertwined stories of love and societal expectations. The novel offers a detailed portrayal of the society of the Middle Ages, from the differences in social standings to the treatment of women as a bartering tool. Chevalier has been awarded various prizes for her work, as well as two honorary doctorates for her contributions to historical fiction.
Find out everything you need to know about The Lady and the Unicorn in a fraction of the time!
This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:
• A complete plot summary
• Character studies
• Key themes and symbols
• Questions for further reflection
Why choose BrightSummaries.com?
Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you in your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.
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American novelist
Born in Washington in 1962
Notable works:
The Virgin Blue (1997), novel
Girl with a Pearl Earring (1999), novel
The Lady and the Unicorn (2003), novel
Tracy Chevalier is an American author who was born in Washington in 1962. After studying English at Oberlin College, Ohio, she left the United States for England, where she has lived since 1984. She firstly worked in the world of publishing before starting a course in creative writing at the University of East Anglia, during which she published her first piece of fiction, entitled The Virgin Blue (1997).
Her real breakthrough came with Girl with a Pearl Earring (1999). Since then, she has regularly published historical novels, of which the most well-known are The Lady and the Unicorn (2003) and Innocence (2007).
Crafts and love in the Middle Ages
Genre: novel
Reference edition: Chevalier, T. (2005) The Lady and the Unicorn. New York: PLUME.
First edition: 2003
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