{"product_id":"9781784744526","title":"Thunderclap","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWINNER OF THE WRITERS' PRIZE (NON-FICTION CATEGORY)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHORTLISTED FOR THE WOMEN’S PRIZE FOR NON-FICTION 2024\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Plot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cit\u003eThunderclap\u003c\/it\u003e is a poignant memoir that invites readers into the world of the 17th-century painter Carel Fabritius, whose life was tragically cut short by a gunpowder explosion in Delft. Laura Cumming intricately explores Fabritius' brief but impactful career, focusing on his celebrated work, \u003ci\u003eThe Goldfinch\u003c\/i\u003e. Through this examination, Cumming connects the dots between the artist's life, his art, and the tumultuous period in which he lived.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThemes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt its core, the book delves into profound themes such as the interplay between personal experience and artistic expression. Cumming reflects on how tragedy and beauty coexist, and how they shape an artist's legacy. As she navigates Fabritius' limited oeuvre, Cumming also contemplates the significance of memory, loss, and the fleeting nature of life, drawing parallels between the artist's story and her own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWriting Style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith lyrical prose and a contemplative tone, Cumming's narrative is both engaging and thought-provoking. Her ability to weave historical context with personal reflection invites readers to ponder the nature of art and its enduring impact. Fans of Cumming's previous works, such as \u003ci\u003eThe Vanishing Man\u003c\/i\u003e, will find familiar threads of introspection and admiration for the artistic spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"A remarkable exploration of how art transcends time and tragedy.\" - Literary Review\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Vintage Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52950912762188,"sku":"9781784744526","price":26.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9781784744526_front.webp?v=1765297522","url":"https:\/\/foxandfable.com\/fr-ch\/products\/9781784744526","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}