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The Curse Of Beauty: The Scandalous & Tragic Life Of Audrey Munson, America'S First Supermodel
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The Tumultuous And Heartbreaking Life Of A Worldfamous Model Whose Riveting Story Of Beauty, Fame, Passion, Murder, And Madness In The Gilded Age Captivated A Nation.As America Was Stepping Into The Modern Era, One Great Beauty Became The Artists Model Of Choice. Her Perfect Form Became The Emblem Of The Gilded Age And Appears On The Greatest Monuments Of New York And The Nation. Supermodel, Actress, Iconher Beauty Paved The Way For A Life Of Glamour, Passion, And Ultimately Tragedy. She Dated The Millionaires Of The Fashionable Newport Colony, Became The First American Movie Star Ever To Appear Naked In A Film, But Her Promising Film Career Collapsed, Her Doctor Fell In Love With Her And Killed His Own Wife, And On Her Fortieth Birthday, Her Mother Committed Her To An Insane Asylum. She Remained There Until Her Death In 1996 At The Age Of 104 And Is Now Buried In An Unmarked Grave. Her Name Is Audrey Munson.Many Readers Will Recognize Audrey Munson, And Have Walked By Her In The Street, Without Even Knowing Her Name. She Stands Atop New Yorks Municipal Building. She Sits As Miss Manhattan And Miss Brooklyn Outside The Brooklyn Museum, Is Immortalized On The Manhattan Bridge, The Frick Mansion, The New York Public Library, And The Pulitzer Fountain Outside The Plaza Hotel. In Gold, Bronze, And Stone, She Still Graces Bridges, Skyscrapers, Fountains, Churches, Monuments, And Public Buildings Across The Nation, From Jacksonville To San Francisco, From Atlanta To The Wisconsin State Capitol.From James Bone, The Former New York Bureau Chief Of The Times Of London, This Brilliantly Reported Investigative Biography Reveals, For The First Time, The Riveting Truth Of The Forgotten Life Of An Iconic Beauty.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Curse of Beauty'? A: The main theme of 'The Curse of Beauty' revolves around the tumultuous and tragic life of Audrey Munson, America's first supermodel, highlighting issues of beauty, fame, passion, and the darker aspects of her life during the Gilded Age.
- Q: Who is the author of this biography? A: The author of 'The Curse of Beauty' is James Bone, who served as the former New York Bureau Chief of The Times of London.
- Q: When was 'The Curse of Beauty' published? A: The book was published on April 12, 2016.
- Q: What is the format and page count of the book? A: The book is available in hardcover format and contains 336 pages.
- Q: Is 'The Curse of Beauty' a first edition? A: Yes, 'The Curse of Beauty' is a first edition.
- Q: What kind of readers would enjoy this book? A: Readers interested in biographies, art history, and the cultural dynamics of the Gilded Age will find 'The Curse of Beauty' particularly engaging.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or photographs? A: The book does not explicitly mention the inclusion of illustrations or photographs; it primarily focuses on the narrative of Audrey Munson's life.
- Q: What is the item condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New'.
- Q: Are there any notable accolades or reviews for this book? A: While specific accolades are not mentioned, the book has been noted for its investigative reporting and engaging storytelling about an often overlooked figure in American history.
- Q: What makes Audrey Munson a significant figure in American culture? A: Audrey Munson is significant as she was the first American supermodel and her likeness has been used in numerous monuments and public works, representing ideals of beauty in the early 20th century.