Book description
The beautifully illustrated and authoritative biography of Frida Kahlo
'Frida will hold its place as the first comprehensive biography of this most visceral of artists' Observer
'Mesmerizing' Time
Frida is the story of one of the twentieth century's most extraordinary women, the painter Frida Kahlo. Born near Mexico City, she…
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1 author picked Frida as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
Now something of a classic and an award-winning film, Herrera’s biography of the artist Frida Kahlo appealed to me for its rich personal detail and evocative descriptions of early 20th-century Mexico.
Her interpretations of the paintings are engrossing. By peppering these throughout the book, Herrera really helped me understand the significance of each work and its place in Frida’s life story, which is one of passion and pain.
I know some people find copious letters in a biography tedious, but I welcome this. Letters are such a gift to a biographer. As a reader, I found they really helped me…
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