In 1755, the famous Portuguese tile maker Pro 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.
Pro harbors a female artist whose risqu creations keep the shop's works in demand by Lisbon's elite. The success of her designs does not sit well with one of Pro's 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, Pro is determined to push forward. But on All Saints Day, November 1st, Portugal is struck by earthquakes, tidal waves and massive fires, and Pro loses what is most dear to him. Will I 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.