Six Exceptional Women
Author | : James Lord |
Publisher | : Macmillan |
Total Pages | : 402 |
Release | : 1994-04 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780374528362 |
ISBN-13 | : 0374528365 |
Rating | : 4/5 (365 Downloads) |
Download or read book Six Exceptional Women written by James Lord and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 1994-04 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Commenting upon the nature of friendship, loyalty, patronage, creativity, and moral courage the author explores the lives of Gertrude Stein, Alice B. Toklas, Arletty, Marie-Laure de Noailles, Errieta Perdididi, and Louise Bennett Lord. "Lord is a witty and elegant writer, catching the foibles and virtues of his subjects and chronicling his own succession of lovers with matter-of-fact precision. He is a gentle and literate companion; his book, a deeply affectionate reminiscence of friendships." - Publishers Weekly