Morand The Allure of Chanel

1. Auflage 2013
ISBN: 978-1-78227-057-7
Verlag: Pushkin Press
Format: EPUB
Kopierschutz: 6 - ePub Watermark

E-Book, Englisch, 192 Seiten

The story of Coco Chanel in her own words, as told by her to Paul MorandTold in her own words, Coco Chanel's memories offer a rare glimpse into the mind of one of the most influential women in fashion history.During a visit to St. Moritz at the end of World War II, Chanel shared intimate details of her life, loves and fashion philosophy with her life-long friend, Paul Morand. Only coming to light after Chanel's death, her intimate recollections reveal the secrets behind her success and the captivating charm that made her a true icon

Paul Morand (1888-1976) was born in Paris and, after studying at the École des Sciences Politiques, joined the diplomatic corps, serving in London, Rome, Berne and Bucharest. In a long and busy life, he found time to write poetry, novels, short stories and travel books. Married to a Romanian Princess, he was made a member of the Académie Française in 1968.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Morand, Paul

Weitere Mitwirkende

Cameron, Euan

Leseproben

PREFACE

les Six, Espana, Espagna, Trèfle incarnate Rêve d’automne,

‘faner’ ‘faner’ Le Paysan parvenu.

belle dame sans merci

Allure,

P M [1976]

1 In French the word ‘allure’, as well as having the sense that it has in English of attraction, charm and enticement, also denotes pace and speed of movement. [Tr]

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