The Book of Portraiture by Steve Tomasula

The Book of Portraiture

Steve Tomasula

328 pages first pub 2006 (editions)

fiction historical literary reflective medium-paced

Description

A desert nomad struggles at the close of the ancient world to inscribe himself into life, and centuries later a Renaissance artist attempts to overcome his lowly origins by painting nobility. Throughout Steve Tomasula's arresting tour de force, hu...

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Moods

challenging 100%
hopeful 100%
reflective 100%

Pace

medium 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 100%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 100%

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