Mazzeo, Tilar J.
The Widow Clicquot: The Story of a Champagne Empire and the Woman Who Ruled it: The Story of a Champagne Empire and the Woman Who Ruled It
- ISBN 13:
- 9780061288562
- author:
- Mazzeo, Tilar J.
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- HarperCollins
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 161mm X 232mm
- Genre:
- Food manufacturing & related industries
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The story of Barbe-Nicole Clicquot Ponsardin, the visionary young widow who built a champagne empire, is one of remarkable resilience and determination. After her husband's death, she took control of the fledgling wine business they had nurtured, steering it through turbulent times to become one of the world's first great businesswomen. Her legacy lives on today, not just through the famous Veuve Clicquot champagne that still bears her name, but also through the meticulously researched and elegantly written account of her life in Tilar J. Mazzeo's book. Painstakingly researched and elegantly written, The Widow Clicquot provides a glimpse into the life of a woman who defied convention and took control of her own destiny. From arranging clandestine and perilous champagne deliveries to entertaining royalty, Barbe-Nicole's story is one of daring and determination. This book offers a fascinating insight into the life of a woman who rose from financial ruin to become one of the richest women of her time. With its meticulously researched and engaging narrative, The Widow Clicquot is a compelling read for anyone interested in the history of business, women's history, or the story behind a beloved brand.
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