Chaney, Lisa
Coco Chanel: An Intimate Life
- ISBN 13:
- 9780143122128
- author:
- Chaney, Lisa
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 448
- Dimensions:
- 22.6 x 15.2 x 3 cm
- Genre:
- Art, Architecture & Photography, Women & Art, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Coco Chanel: An Intimate Life by Lisa Chaney is a fascinating biography that uncovers the extraordinary and unconventional journey of the 20th century's most influential fashion designer. From poverty to glamour, Chanel's life was marked by her rebellious and progressive style, which helped forge the idea of modern woman. This book reveals the truth about Chanel's personal life, including her drug habits, lesbian affairs, and German lover during World War II, drawing on newly discovered love letters and other records. Chaney's biography paints a nuanced picture of Coco Chanel, exploring the origins, creative power, and secret suffering of this exceptional woman. With its unique blend of style, art, and history, Coco Chanel: An Intimate Life offers a fresh perspective on one of the 20th century's most iconic figures.