The Provocations of Madame Palissy is a novel written by Anne Manning and published in 1880. The book is set in the 16th century and tells the story of a woman named Madame Palissy, who is married to a renowned potter named Bernard Palissy. Madame Palissy is a strong-willed and independent woman who challenges the social norms of her time. She is passionate about science and art, and her interests clash with her husband's conservative views. The novel...