Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1998
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
New York • 1920s
1998
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Anita Loos' Gentlemen Prefer Blondes follows the adventures of a charming and witty blonde woman as she navigates high society and romance. Through a series of journal entries, readers witness her encounters with wealthy admirers and her pursuit of love and material success, providing a satirical look at 1920s social norms.
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Gentlemen Prefer Blondes by Anita Loos is a witty and satirical novel that offers a sharp critique of the Roaring Twenties' materialism and social norms. Readers appreciate its humor and biting prose, although some find the narrative style and character portrayal simplistic. Overall, its clever commentary remains engaging and thought-provoking.
Who Should Read Gentlemen Prefer Blondes?
A reader who enjoys witty social commentary, flapper-era glamour, and sharp insights into the Jazz Age would appreciate Anita Loos' Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. This audience might also savor F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby for its critique of 1920s extravagance and Dorothy Parker's works for their incisive humor.
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Novel • Fiction
New York • 1920s
1998
Adult
18+ years
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