The Glassmaker By Tracy Chevalier

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20250217

As Renaissance Venice thrives, the daughter of a Muranese glassmaking family pushes the boundaries of convention, creativity and love.

The spellbinding new novel from the acclaimed author of ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring' is read by Emily Bruni.

Written by Tracy Chevalier

Abridged by Siân Preece

Produced by Eilidh McCreadie

Tracy Chevalier is the author of eleven novels, including 'A Single Thread', ‘Remarkable Creatures' and ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring', an international bestseller that has sold over five million copies and been made into a film, a play and an opera.

A BBC Audio Scotland production for BBC Radio 4

As Renaissance Venice thrives, a young woman flouts convention to keep her family afloat.

Venice 1486. Orsola Rosso flouts convention, honing her craft to save her family from ruin

In the sweeping historical novel from Tracy Chevalier, Orsolo Rosso the glassmaker's daughter flouts Venetian convention to save her family. Read by Emily Bruni.

[LISTEN NOW]

20250218

With the Rosso family reeling from their recent loss, daughter Orsola takes the advice of a rival glassmaker and explores her creative side.

The spellbinding new novel from the acclaimed author of ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring' is read by Emily Bruni.

Written by Tracy Chevalier

Abridged by Siân Preece

Produced by Eilidh McCreadie

A BBC Audio Scotland production for BBC Radio 4

As the Rosso family struggle with their loss, Orsola begins to spread her creative wings.

Venice 1486. Orsola Rosso flouts convention, honing her craft to save her family from ruin

As the Rosso family reel from their recent loss, daughter Orsola begins to spread her creative wings. Tracy Chevalier's epic novel of Venetian artisans is read by Emily Bruni.

[LISTEN NOW]

20250219

With his rash promise forgotten, glassmaker Marco Rosso knuckles down to save the family's business - and reputation.

The spellbinding new novel from the acclaimed author of ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring' is read by Emily Bruni.

Written by Tracy Chevalier

Abridged by Siân Preece

Produced by Eilidh McCreadie

A BBC Audio Scotland production for BBC Radio 4

After making a rash promise, Marco Rosso knuckles down to keep his family afloat.

Venice 1486. Orsola Rosso flouts convention, honing her craft to save her family from ruin

With his rash promise forgotten, glassmaker Marco Rosso knuckles down to save the family business. Tracy Chevalier's epic novel of Venetian artisans is read by Emily Bruni.

[LISTEN NOW]

With his rash promise forgotten, glassmaker Marco Rosso knuckles down to save the family's business - and reputation.

The spellbinding new novel from the acclaimed author of ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring' is read by Emily Bruni.

Written by Tracy Chevalier

Abridged by Siân Preece

Produced by Eilidh McCreadie

A BBC Audio Scotland production for BBC Radio 4

After making a rash promise, Marco Rosso knuckles down to keep his family afloat.

Venice 1486. Orsola Rosso flouts convention, honing her craft to save her family from ruin

With his rash promise forgotten, glassmaker Marco Rosso knuckles down to save the family business. Tracy Chevalier's epic novel of Venetian artisans is read by Emily Bruni.

[LISTEN NOW]

With his rash promise forgotten, glassmaker Marco Rosso knuckles down to save the family's business - and reputation.

The spellbinding new novel from the acclaimed author of ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring' is read by Emily Bruni.

Written by Tracy Chevalier

Abridged by Siân Preece

Produced by Eilidh McCreadie

A BBC Audio Scotland production for BBC Radio 4

After making a rash promise, Marco Rosso knuckles down to keep his family afloat.

Venice 1486. Orsola Rosso flouts convention, honing her craft to save her family from ruin

With his rash promise forgotten, glassmaker Marco Rosso knuckles down to save the family business. Tracy Chevalier's epic novel of Venetian artisans is read by Emily Bruni.

[LISTEN NOW]

Venice 1486. Orsola Rosso flouts convention, honing her craft to save her family from ruin

[LISTEN NOW]

20250220

Apprentice glassmaker Antonio has settled in to life on Murano with the Rosso family. His life change comes not a moment too soon, as disease creeps along the canals of Venice.

The spellbinding new novel from the acclaimed author of ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring' is read by Emily Bruni.

Written by Tracy Chevalier

Abridged by Siân Preece

Produced by Eilidh McCreadie

A BBC Audio Scotland production for BBC Radio 4

Antonio moves to Murano, leaving the bustle, crowds and disease of Venice behind him.

Venice 1486. Orsola Rosso flouts convention, honing her craft to save her family from ruin

Apprentice glassmaker Antonio settles in to life on Murano, leaving behind the bustle, crowds and disease of Venice. Tracy Chevalier's epic new novel is read by Emily Bruni.

[LISTEN NOW]

20250224

Apprentice Antonio has fled Murano with the secrets of the glassmakers after Orsola's brother brokered his reluctant sister's engagement to Stefano. The young woman is reluctant to commit to her fiancé, waiting instead for the clandestine tokens of Antonio's love that the post occasionally brings.

The spellbinding new novel from the acclaimed author of ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring' is read by Emily Bruni.

Written by Tracy Chevalier

Abridged by Siân Preece

Produced by Eilidh McCreadie

A BBC Audio Scotland production for BBC Radio 4

Antonio flees Murano after Orsola's brother brokers her engagement to rival maker Stefano.

Venice 1486. Orsola Rosso flouts convention, honing her craft to save her family from ruin

Apprentice Antonio flees Murano when Orsola's brother brokers his reluctant sister's engagement to rival Stefano. Tracy Chevalier's epic historical novel is read by Emily Bruni.

[LISTEN NOW]

20250225

The Rosso family struggle to recover from their ruinous brush with Casanova, not helped by recent political events bringing Venice to her knees.

The spellbinding new novel from the acclaimed author of ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring' is read by Emily Bruni.

Written by Tracy Chevalier

Abridged by Siân Preece

Produced by Eilidh McCreadie

A BBC Audio Scotland production for BBC Radio 4

As the Rossos recover from their brush with Casanova, Venetian finances take a battering.

Venice 1486. Orsola Rosso flouts convention, honing her craft to save her family from ruin

As the Rossos struggle to recover from their ruinous brush with Casanova, Venetian wealth takes a battering. Tracy Chevalier's sweeping historical novel is read by Emily Bruni.

[LISTEN NOW]

20250226

The Rosso workshop rebuilds as glass beads come to the family's rescue yet again. But new personnel are causing waves in Orsola's settled life.

The spellbinding new novel from the acclaimed author of ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring' is read by Emily Bruni.

Written by Tracy Chevalier

Abridged by Siân Preece

Produced by Eilidh McCreadie

A BBC Audio Scotland production for BBC Radio 4

The Rosso workshop rebuilds as glass beads come to the family's rescue once again.

Venice 1486. Orsola Rosso flouts convention, honing her craft to save her family from ruin

The Rosso workshop rebuilds as glass beads come to the family's rescue – not for the first time. Tracy Chevalier's epic novel of Venetian artisans is read by Emily Bruni.

[LISTEN NOW]

20250227

Marco has enjoyed pushing his artistic boundaries but increasing unrest in Europe is about to tear the Rosso family apart.

The spellbinding new novel from the acclaimed author of ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring' is read by Emily Bruni.

Written by Tracy Chevalier

Abridged by Siân Preece

Produced by Eilidh McCreadie

A BBC Audio Scotland production for BBC Radio 4

A calm spell has allowed Marco to stretch his artistic limits but European unrest looms.

Venice 1486. Orsola Rosso flouts convention, honing her craft to save her family from ruin

Marco has stretched his artistic boundaries but increasing unrest in Europe is about to tear the Rosso family apart. Tracy Chevalier's epic Venetian novel is read by Emily Bruni.

[LISTEN NOW]

Episodes

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01	20250217	As Renaissance Venice thrives, the daughter of a Muranese glassmaking family pushes the boundaries of convention, creativity and love. The spellbinding new novel from the acclaimed author of ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring' is read by Emily Bruni. Written by Tracy Chevalier Abridged by Siân Preece Produced by Eilidh McCreadie Tracy Chevalier is the author of eleven novels, including 'A Single Thread', ‘Remarkable Creatures' and ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring', an international bestseller that has sold over five million copies and been made into a film, a play and an opera. A BBC Audio Scotland production for BBC Radio 4 As Renaissance Venice thrives, a young woman flouts convention to keep her family afloat. Venice 1486. Orsola Rosso flouts convention, honing her craft to save her family from ruin In the sweeping historical novel from Tracy Chevalier, Orsolo Rosso the glassmaker's daughter flouts Venetian convention to save her family. Read by Emily Bruni. [LISTEN NOW]
02	20250218	With the Rosso family reeling from their recent loss, daughter Orsola takes the advice of a rival glassmaker and explores her creative side. The spellbinding new novel from the acclaimed author of ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring' is read by Emily Bruni. Written by Tracy Chevalier Abridged by Siân Preece Produced by Eilidh McCreadie Tracy Chevalier is the author of eleven novels, including 'A Single Thread', ‘Remarkable Creatures' and ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring', an international bestseller that has sold over five million copies and been made into a film, a play and an opera. A BBC Audio Scotland production for BBC Radio 4 As the Rosso family struggle with their loss, Orsola begins to spread her creative wings. Venice 1486. Orsola Rosso flouts convention, honing her craft to save her family from ruin As the Rosso family reel from their recent loss, daughter Orsola begins to spread her creative wings. Tracy Chevalier's epic novel of Venetian artisans is read by Emily Bruni. [LISTEN NOW]
03	20250219	With his rash promise forgotten, glassmaker Marco Rosso knuckles down to save the family's business - and reputation. The spellbinding new novel from the acclaimed author of ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring' is read by Emily Bruni. Written by Tracy Chevalier Abridged by Siân Preece Produced by Eilidh McCreadie Tracy Chevalier is the author of eleven novels, including 'A Single Thread', ‘Remarkable Creatures' and ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring', an international bestseller that has sold over five million copies and been made into a film, a play and an opera. A BBC Audio Scotland production for BBC Radio 4 After making a rash promise, Marco Rosso knuckles down to keep his family afloat. Venice 1486. Orsola Rosso flouts convention, honing her craft to save her family from ruin With his rash promise forgotten, glassmaker Marco Rosso knuckles down to save the family business. Tracy Chevalier's epic novel of Venetian artisans is read by Emily Bruni. [LISTEN NOW] With his rash promise forgotten, glassmaker Marco Rosso knuckles down to save the family's business - and reputation. The spellbinding new novel from the acclaimed author of ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring' is read by Emily Bruni. Written by Tracy Chevalier Abridged by Siân Preece Produced by Eilidh McCreadie Tracy Chevalier is the author of eleven novels, including 'A Single Thread', ‘Remarkable Creatures' and ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring', an international bestseller that has sold over five million copies and been made into a film, a play and an opera. A BBC Audio Scotland production for BBC Radio 4 After making a rash promise, Marco Rosso knuckles down to keep his family afloat. Venice 1486. Orsola Rosso flouts convention, honing her craft to save her family from ruin With his rash promise forgotten, glassmaker Marco Rosso knuckles down to save the family business. Tracy Chevalier's epic novel of Venetian artisans is read by Emily Bruni. [LISTEN NOW] With his rash promise forgotten, glassmaker Marco Rosso knuckles down to save the family's business - and reputation. The spellbinding new novel from the acclaimed author of ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring' is read by Emily Bruni. Written by Tracy Chevalier Abridged by Siân Preece Produced by Eilidh McCreadie Tracy Chevalier is the author of eleven novels, including 'A Single Thread', ‘Remarkable Creatures' and ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring', an international bestseller that has sold over five million copies and been made into a film, a play and an opera. A BBC Audio Scotland production for BBC Radio 4 After making a rash promise, Marco Rosso knuckles down to keep his family afloat. Venice 1486. Orsola Rosso flouts convention, honing her craft to save her family from ruin With his rash promise forgotten, glassmaker Marco Rosso knuckles down to save the family business. Tracy Chevalier's epic novel of Venetian artisans is read by Emily Bruni. [LISTEN NOW] Venice 1486. Orsola Rosso flouts convention, honing her craft to save her family from ruin [LISTEN NOW]
04	20250220	Apprentice glassmaker Antonio has settled in to life on Murano with the Rosso family. His life change comes not a moment too soon, as disease creeps along the canals of Venice. The spellbinding new novel from the acclaimed author of ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring' is read by Emily Bruni. Written by Tracy Chevalier Abridged by Siân Preece Produced by Eilidh McCreadie Tracy Chevalier is the author of eleven novels, including 'A Single Thread', ‘Remarkable Creatures' and ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring', an international bestseller that has sold over five million copies and been made into a film, a play and an opera. A BBC Audio Scotland production for BBC Radio 4 Antonio moves to Murano, leaving the bustle, crowds and disease of Venice behind him. Venice 1486. Orsola Rosso flouts convention, honing her craft to save her family from ruin Apprentice glassmaker Antonio settles in to life on Murano, leaving behind the bustle, crowds and disease of Venice. Tracy Chevalier's epic new novel is read by Emily Bruni. [LISTEN NOW]
06	20250224	Apprentice Antonio has fled Murano with the secrets of the glassmakers after Orsola's brother brokered his reluctant sister's engagement to Stefano. The young woman is reluctant to commit to her fiancé, waiting instead for the clandestine tokens of Antonio's love that the post occasionally brings. The spellbinding new novel from the acclaimed author of ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring' is read by Emily Bruni. Written by Tracy Chevalier Abridged by Siân Preece Produced by Eilidh McCreadie Tracy Chevalier is the author of eleven novels, including 'A Single Thread', ‘Remarkable Creatures' and ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring', an international bestseller that has sold over five million copies and been made into a film, a play and an opera. A BBC Audio Scotland production for BBC Radio 4 Antonio flees Murano after Orsola's brother brokers her engagement to rival maker Stefano. Venice 1486. Orsola Rosso flouts convention, honing her craft to save her family from ruin Apprentice Antonio flees Murano when Orsola's brother brokers his reluctant sister's engagement to rival Stefano. Tracy Chevalier's epic historical novel is read by Emily Bruni. [LISTEN NOW]
07	20250225	The Rosso family struggle to recover from their ruinous brush with Casanova, not helped by recent political events bringing Venice to her knees. The spellbinding new novel from the acclaimed author of ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring' is read by Emily Bruni. Written by Tracy Chevalier Abridged by Siân Preece Produced by Eilidh McCreadie Tracy Chevalier is the author of eleven novels, including 'A Single Thread', ‘Remarkable Creatures' and ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring', an international bestseller that has sold over five million copies and been made into a film, a play and an opera. A BBC Audio Scotland production for BBC Radio 4 As the Rossos recover from their brush with Casanova, Venetian finances take a battering. Venice 1486. Orsola Rosso flouts convention, honing her craft to save her family from ruin As the Rossos struggle to recover from their ruinous brush with Casanova, Venetian wealth takes a battering. Tracy Chevalier's sweeping historical novel is read by Emily Bruni. [LISTEN NOW]
08	20250226	The Rosso workshop rebuilds as glass beads come to the family's rescue yet again. But new personnel are causing waves in Orsola's settled life. The spellbinding new novel from the acclaimed author of ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring' is read by Emily Bruni. Written by Tracy Chevalier Abridged by Siân Preece Produced by Eilidh McCreadie Tracy Chevalier is the author of eleven novels, including 'A Single Thread', ‘Remarkable Creatures' and ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring', an international bestseller that has sold over five million copies and been made into a film, a play and an opera. A BBC Audio Scotland production for BBC Radio 4 The Rosso workshop rebuilds as glass beads come to the family's rescue once again. Venice 1486. Orsola Rosso flouts convention, honing her craft to save her family from ruin The Rosso workshop rebuilds as glass beads come to the family's rescue – not for the first time. Tracy Chevalier's epic novel of Venetian artisans is read by Emily Bruni. [LISTEN NOW]
09	20250227	Marco has enjoyed pushing his artistic boundaries but increasing unrest in Europe is about to tear the Rosso family apart. The spellbinding new novel from the acclaimed author of ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring' is read by Emily Bruni. Written by Tracy Chevalier Abridged by Siân Preece Produced by Eilidh McCreadie Tracy Chevalier is the author of eleven novels, including 'A Single Thread', ‘Remarkable Creatures' and ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring', an international bestseller that has sold over five million copies and been made into a film, a play and an opera. A BBC Audio Scotland production for BBC Radio 4 A calm spell has allowed Marco to stretch his artistic limits but European unrest looms. Venice 1486. Orsola Rosso flouts convention, honing her craft to save her family from ruin Marco has stretched his artistic boundaries but increasing unrest in Europe is about to tear the Rosso family apart. Tracy Chevalier's epic Venetian novel is read by Emily Bruni. [LISTEN NOW]