I’ve been reading up a storm lately and there is nothing like a good book (especially in the fall, when its cold out and I’m reading in bed!). I particularly enjoyed The Man Who Made Vermeers by Jonathan Lopez. The story of a decidedly sordid Dutch painter who forged Vermeers, it is a great read (I finished it quickly), entertaining and also a true window into the history of Europe between the world wars. I highly recommend it and, as it happens, so does The New Yorker! They just gave it a great review in this week’s issue. PS For those living in NYC, Lopez will be speaking at the Met at 6pm on November 14th (which is a Friday, so you can go for cocktails and then a great lecture!)
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This really looks great – thanks for the tip!
thanks for the tip on the book–have you read I Was Vermeer? So good. Along the same lines and story as this one, it’s a great read about the same man….
I’m adding this to my to-read list.
I’m impressed that you make time for fun reading while you have study reading going on – a lady after my own heart. I can never be without a book!