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Art, Music & Photography - Sarah Bernhardt: The Divine and Dazzling Life of the World's First Superstar

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Book Synopsis: A tantalizing biography for teens on Sarah Bernhardt, the first international celebrity and one of the greatest actors of all time, who lived a highly unconventional, utterly fascinating life. Illustrated with more than sixty-five photos of Bernhardt on stage, in film, and in real life. Sarah Bernhardt was a French stage actor who became a global superstar in the late nineteenth century—the Lady Gaga of her day—and is still considered to be one of the greatest performers of all time. This fast-paced account of her life, filled with provocative detail, brilliantly follows the transformation of a girl of humble origins, born to a courtesan, into a fabulously talented, wealthy, and beloved icon. Not only was her acting trajectory remarkable, but her personal life was filled with jaw-dropping exploits, and she was extravagantly eccentric, living with a series of exotic animals and sleeping in a coffin. She grew to be deeply admired around the world, despite her unabashed and public promiscuity at a time when convention was king; she slept with each of her leading men and proudly raised a son without a husband. A fascinating and fast-paced deep dive into the world of the divine Sarah. Illustrated with more than sixty-five photos of Bernhardt on stage, in film, and in real life.

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Experience the daring and mesmerizing life of the world's first superstar with "Sarah Bernhardt: The Divine and Dazzling Life". This tantalizing biography takes you on a captivating journey through the unconventional and utterly fascinating life of Sarah Bernhardt, a French stage actor who rose to become an international sensation in the late 19th century. Just like Lady Gaga is today's pop icon, Bernhardt was the Lady Gaga of her time, captivating audiences around the globe with her unparalleled talent.

Uncover the secrets behind Bernhardt's remarkable rise to stardom from humble beginnings. This fast-paced account brims with provocative details, revealing how she transformed from a girl born to a courtesan into a wealthy and adored legend. Through more than sixty-five photographs, you'll witness Bernhardt's captivating performances on stage, in film, and in real life, immersing yourself in the world of this extraordinary woman.

But Bernhardt was more than just an unparalleled actress. She captivated the world with her extravagantly eccentric lifestyle, living with a menagerie of exotic animals and even sleeping in a coffin. Her personal life was as audacious as her performances, as she fearlessly embraced her own desires in a time of strict convention. This daring book exposes her public promiscuity, proudly delving into her relationships with each of her leading men and her bold decision to raise a son without a husband.

Enthralling, illuminating, and undeniably mesmerizing, "Sarah Bernhardt: The Divine and Dazzling Life" is an unmissable deep dive into the world of the divine Sarah. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn about one of the greatest performers of all time.

Unlock the secrets of Sarah Bernhardt's extraordinary life with our captivating biography today.

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