{"title":"Maria Gainza","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the world of Maria Gainza, a captivating voice in contemporary literature whose works seamlessly blend art and fiction. Known for her unique narrative style and her deep exploration of cultural themes, Gainza has earned her place as a remarkable storyteller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her celebrated works is \u003cem\u003ePortrait of an Unknown Lady\u003c\/em\u003e, an intriguing novel that immerses readers into an art-infused mystery. Gainza, with her art critic's eye, elegantly guides the audience through a labyrinth of beauty, secrets, and the enigmatic nature of identity. Her writing not only enchants but also invites reflection, making her books a must-read for enthusiasts of general fiction who appreciate the convergence of art and narrative storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEngage with Maria Gainza’s literature to discover her perceptive insights and compelling prose that promises a journey into rich, imaginative worlds.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"portrait-of-an-unknown-lady-by-maria-gainza-9781787303249","title":"Portrait of an Unknown Lady","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this dazzling story of art and illusion, secrets and schemes, who is to be trusted—and what is real? From the internationally acclaimed author of \u003cem\u003eOptic Nerve\u003c\/em\u003e, a \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e Notable Book 2019.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt a hotel in Buenos Aires, a woman checks in under a pseudonym. She wears a black fur shawl and has no luggage. She is alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOver the coming days and nights, she tells a story, which begins with a secret shared in a local bath house, revealing art forgery and fraud on a dazzling scale. At its heart is an enigmatic genius who for years forged portraits of the city's elite before disappearing without a trace. It is a story of influence and intrigue, in which nothing is as it seems. We're not to expect 'names, numbers or dates,' she cautions, but a more subtle kind of reckoning...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTold in a mordant, irresistible voice and full of sharp surprises, \u003cem\u003ePortrait of an Unknown Lady\u003c\/em\u003e is a captivating enquiry into what we mean by 'authenticity', in life as in art. At once poised and capricious, elegant and bold, it is a thrilling exploration of the relationships between what is lived, what is told, what is remembered, and what is real.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46532517527788,"sku":"9781787303249","price":32.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9561533482824.jpg?v=1749318128"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/maria-gainza.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}