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Title: Lots of little stories, but very hit-or-miss
Review: The book follows a Vermeer back through history, with little stories about how it touches the lives of the people who see it, own it, or love it. Vreeland does a great job creating a history of the painting, "tracking" it from the present-day owner back to Vermeer. In every instance, someone's obsession with the painting changes their life, sometimes for the better, and sometimes not. While of the stories are gripping,others just fail to engage you. It's a neat idea for a book, but the realization was a little spotty in places. Definitely worth reading, but be prepared to stick out a couple of chapters that may sag a little.
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