A fine signed first edition copy of the best known novel of Tracy Chevalier, a historical fiction novel set in seventeenth century Holland. The first edition, first impression of this work.Signed by the author to the title page.In the original unclipped second state dustwrapper, with 'earring' spelt correctly to the rear wrap.'Girl With a Pearl Earring' is a historical novel set in seventeenth century Delft, Holland, following the painter Johannes Vermeer and his new maid, Griet.Written by Tracy Chevalier, who is known for her historical fiction, and is best known for this novel. In the original publisher's cloth binding, in the original unclipped dust wrapper. Externally, fine. Dust wrapper is fine. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean. Fine