Luncheon of the Boating Party
by Susan Vreeland | Literature & Fiction | This book has not been rated.
ISBN: 9780670038541 Global Overview for this book
ISBN: 9780670038541 Global Overview for this book
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I've always liked this Renoir painting, and Vreeland's story of all that went into its creation, the friendships, challenges was very enjoyable.
However, I didn't find Renoir or his friends as likeable nor the story as compelling as other Vreeland stories - likeGirl in Hyacinth Blue and The Passion of Artemesia.
That said, I loved the setting in Paris, the photos of paintings, and Renoir's passion for capturing the joy of everyday life. Plus, my enjoyment of this painting will forever be enhanced by this researched/fictionalized story.
However, I didn't find Renoir or his friends as likeable nor the story as compelling as other Vreeland stories - likeGirl in Hyacinth Blue and The Passion of Artemesia.
That said, I loved the setting in Paris, the photos of paintings, and Renoir's passion for capturing the joy of everyday life. Plus, my enjoyment of this painting will forever be enhanced by this researched/fictionalized story.
Picked up at tonight's meeting.