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"She is the painter who is already a part of us; we recognize ourselves in her." ~HJ
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Editor and Translator Hector James has done an impressive and marvelous job curating this book. These letters from Frida Khalo to her mother were previously unpublished in english.
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The letters begin in 1923 when she was 16 and continue till her mothers death in 1932. These letters are assembled into three separate sections. At the beginning of each section James has given a bit of a backstory on what was going on in Kahlo's life at the time as well as a brief breakdown of the letters in that section. There are also several photographs and works of her art throughout with a memo of what and who they are of.
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In these letters we get to see a glimpse of the private side of who Frida Kahlo the woman, the daughter, and the wife really was. They show us her anxieties and her feelings towards her husband, her life and friends and her love for her dear mama. In her letters you can see her keen ability of observation shine through that is then showcased in her vivid abilities to describe people and places that is so prominent in her paintings.
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Unfortunately Frida Kahlo's success came after she passed away. She would go on to became not only a famous Mexican artist but a cultural and female icon around the world. I absolutely love this book!! What a treasured gift to be able to read these letters and get an opportunity to know this amazing artist in such a personal way. And the book itself is absolutely stunning! I loved all the photographs and artwork that were included. This was an easy 5-star's for me. If you are curious about Frida Kahlo at all definitely check this one out. Or if you just enjoy books of letters this is perfect! Available April 30th in US/CAN!
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THANK YOU to the Publisher for #gifting me this beauty!
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"She is the painter who is already a part of us; we recognize ourselves in her." ~HJ
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Editor and Translator Hector James has done an impressive and marvelous job curating this book. These letters from Frida Khalo to her mother were previously unpublished in english.
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The letters begin in 1923 when she was 16 and continue till her mothers death in 1932. These letters are assembled into three separate sections. At the beginning of each section James has given a bit of a backstory on what was going on in Kahlo's life at the time as well as a brief breakdown of the letters in that section. There are also several photographs and works of her art throughout with a memo of what and who they are of.
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In these letters we get to see a glimpse of the private side of who Frida Kahlo the woman, the daughter, and the wife really was. They show us her anxieties and her feelings towards her husband, her life and friends and her love for her dear mama. In her letters you can see her keen ability of observation shine through that is then showcased in her vivid abilities to describe people and places that is so prominent in her paintings.
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Unfortunately Frida Kahlo's success came after she passed away. She would go on to became not only a famous Mexican artist but a cultural and female icon around the world. I absolutely love this book!! What a treasured gift to be able to read these letters and get an opportunity to know this amazing artist in such a personal way. And the book itself is absolutely stunning! I loved all the photographs and artwork that were included. This was an easy 5-star's for me. If you are curious about Frida Kahlo at all definitely check this one out. Or if you just enjoy books of letters this is perfect! Available April 30th in US/CAN!
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THANK YOU to the Publisher for #gifting me this beauty!
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