Who is Lawrence Stern from The Shell Seekers and what is their importance? The_Shell_Seekers English & Literature Lawrence Stern | The Shell Seekers

Penelope's father, Lawrence is a famous painter. His work goes out of style after the war. However, during the time the novel is set, Lawrence Stern paintings regain popularity and the price for one of his works is astronomical, partly because of the fact that Lawrence was not a prolific painter. Penelope was very close with her father until his death. Lawrence married Sophie after losing his first wife in World War II and was consequently a much-older man throughout Penelope's childhood. He instilled open values and independence in Penelope and gave her a wonderful life and had a beautiful marriage with Sophie.