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All We Know: Three Lives,Used
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All We Know is one of Publishers Weekly's Top 10 Best Books of 2012A revelatory biography of three glamorous, complex modern womenEsther Murphy was a brilliant New York intellectual who dazzled friends and strangers with an unstoppable flow of conversation. But she never finished the books she was contracted to writea painful failure, and yet a kind of achievement.The quintessential fan, Mercedes de Acosta had intimate friendships with the legendary actresses and dancers of the twentieth century. Her ephemeral legacy is the thousands of objects she collected to preserve the memory of those performers and to document her own feelings.An icon of haute couture and an editor of British Vogue, Madge Garland held influential views on fashion that drew on her feminism, her ideas about modernity, and her love of women. Existing both vividly and invisibly at the center of culture, shelike Murphy and de Acostais now almost completely forgotten.In All We Know, Lisa Cohen describes these women's glamorous choices, complicated failures, and controversial personal lives with lyricism and empathy. At once a series of intimate portraits and a startling investigation into style, celebrity, sexuality, and the genre of biography itself, All We Know explores a hidden history of modernism and pays tribute to three compelling lives.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'All We Know: Three Lives'? A: 'All We Know: Three Lives' explores the lives of three influential women—Esther Murphy, Mercedes de Acosta, and Madge Garland—highlighting their complex personalities, achievements, and the societal contexts that shaped them.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Lisa Cohen, who provides an insightful and empathetic look into the lives of these remarkable women.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'All We Know: Three Lives'? A: 'All We Know: Three Lives' was published on September 10, 2013.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'All We Know: Three Lives' is available in paperback binding, making it a convenient option for reading and portability.
- Q: How many pages are in the book? A: The book contains 448 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of the subjects' lives.
- Q: Is 'All We Know: Three Lives' suitable for academic use? A: Yes, the book offers well-researched insights and can be used in academic settings, especially in studies related to women's history, biography, and modernism.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring that it is in excellent condition for readers.
- Q: Can you provide a brief description of the three women featured in the book? A: The three women are Esther Murphy, a brilliant intellectual; Mercedes de Acosta, a passionate collector and friend to many performers; and Madge Garland, a fashion icon and feminist, all of whom had significant yet complex impacts on culture.
- Q: What makes this biography different from others? A: 'All We Know' combines lyrical writing with thorough research, offering intimate portraits that delve into the complexities of the women's lives, rather than just listing their achievements.
- Q: Is there a specific audience that would benefit from reading this book? A: Readers interested in feminist literature, biography, and the cultural history of the 20th century will find 'All We Know: Three Lives' particularly engaging.