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The Glassblower (The Glassblower Trilogy)
by Petra Durst-Benning

Published: 2014-11-01
Paperback : 481 pages
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In the village of Lauscha in Germany, things have been done the same way for centuries. The men blow the glass, and the women decorate and pack it. But when Joost Steinmann passes away unexpectedly one September night, his three daughters must learn to fend for themselves. While feisty ...

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In the village of Lauscha in Germany, things have been done the same way for centuries. The men blow the glass, and the women decorate and pack it. But when Joost Steinmann passes away unexpectedly one September night, his three daughters must learn to fend for themselves. While feisty Johanna takes a practical approach to looking for work, Ruth follows her heart, aiming to catch the eye of a handsome young villager. But it is dreamy, quiet Marie who has always been the most captivated by the magic—and sparkling possibilities—of the craft of glassblowing. As the spirited sisters work together to forge a brighter future for themselves on their own terms, they learn not only how to thrive in a man’s world, but how to remain true to themselves—and their hearts—in the process.

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Working women and their rights under present day law compared to earlier times.
How women were treated in America compared to Germany at the time of the story.
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Bring Christmas tree ornaments to compare.
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by Cynthia T. (see profile) 08/03/19

 
  "Wanted it to be better"by Rebecca M. (see profile) 06/07/16

This book sounded so interesting, so much so that it was my book club pick! Turned out the first 50% of the book was really engaging, and then it turned into a dud. Storylines were abandoned... (read more)

 
  "The Glassblower"by Marilyn P. (see profile) 09/22/15

I found it informative because I had no knowledge of what it took in those times to blow such things as
Christmas tree ornaments. Given that it was three
women who started the company and

... (read more)

 
by Shari H. (see profile) 03/29/15

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