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That Woman: The Life of Wallis Simpson, Duchess of Windsor
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Biography of the controversial Duchess of Windsor.
Looking for a biography that delves into royal scandal and human complexity? Anne Sebba's "That Woman" does just that, unraveling the life of Wallis Simpson with nuance and empathy. Imagine exploring the personal saga behind a figure who captivated and shocked a nation, all while reexamining the narratives that history often simplifies. If the intricacies of royal history and the resilience of an infamous woman intrigue you, this book could be your next absorbing read.
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ISBN: 9780753827390
Authors:
Anne Sebba
Publisher: Phoenix
Date of Publication: 2012-01-19
Format: Paperback
Related Topics:
Politics,
Biography Memoir,
Biography,
Memoir,
History,
Biography Memoir,
Biography,
Memoir,
Politics,
European History,
Historical
Goodreads rating: 3.43
(rated by 4591 readers)
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Anne Sebba recasts the most famous love story of the age as 'a tale of gothic darkness with a Faustian pact at its core'. Drawing upon previously unseen sources, including declassified government files and letters between Wallis Simpson and her second husband (a correspondence that continued after she began her relationship with the Duke of Windsor), she offers fresh insights into the character and motivations of one of the most vilified women of her generation.
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Biography of the controversial Duchess of Windsor.
Looking for a biography that delves into royal scandal and human complexity? Anne Sebba's "That Woman" does just that, unraveling the life of Wallis Simpson with nuance and empathy. Imagine exploring the personal saga behind a figure who captivated and shocked a nation, all while reexamining the narratives that history often simplifies. If the intricacies of royal history and the resilience of an infamous woman intrigue you, this book could be your next absorbing read.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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