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Coco Chanel: The Legend and the Life

Justine Picardie
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Coco Chanel: The Legend and the Life

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2010

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Justine Picardie

Coco Chanel: The Legend and the Life

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

Paris, France • 20th century

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Coco Chanel: The Legend and the Life by Justine Picardie explores the life of the influential fashion designer, Coco Chanel. The biography delves into Chanel's journey from humble beginnings to becoming a leading figure in the fashion industry, highlighting her innovative spirit, personal relationships, and enduring impact on fashion.

Informative

Inspirational

Contemplative

Nostalgic

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

3.9

4,179 ratings

64%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Justine Picardie's Coco Chanel: The Legend and the Life offers a detailed, well-researched biography that captures Chanel's enigmatic persona and influential career. Critics praise its engaging narrative and rich historical context, yet some note a lack of critical analysis. The book effectively humanizes Chanel while exploring her complex legacy.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Coco Chanel: The Legend and the Life?

A reader captivated by fashion history, iconic figures, and biographies, akin to fans of The Secret Life of Marilyn Monroe by J. Randy Taraborrelli, will enjoy Coco Chanel: The Legend and the Life for its rich narrative of Chanel's impact on fashion.

3.9

4,179 ratings

64%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

Paris, France • 20th century

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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