In 1755, the famous Portuguese tile maker PĂȘro Manuel Pires is empathetic to a fault. He is dedicated to freeing slaves with the proceeds of his art and hiring the freed to work in his tile factory, triggering rage and repercussions from a competitor.
PĂȘro harbors a female artist whose risquĂ© creations keep the shopâs works in demand by Lisbonâs elite. The success of her designs does not sit well with one of PĂȘroâs longtime workers, bringing him and his loved ones under the menacing eye of the Inquisition, with threat of imprisonment and closure of his shop.
Risking his life and liberty, PĂȘro is determined to push forward. But on All Saints Day, November 1st, Portugal is struck by earthquakes, tidal waves and massive fires, and PĂȘro loses what is most dear to him. Will he escape? Or stay to fight for freedom and the future?
A historical novel set in 18th century Lisbon, Cut From The Earth is a riveting story of courage, determination and survival.