Lee Miller: A Life
Lee Miller: A Life
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2005
Book Brief
426
Book • Nonfiction
Europe • 20th Century
2005
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Lee Miller: A Life by Carolyn Burke traces the life of American photographer Lee Miller, delving into her artistic achievements and relationships in New York and Paris while exploring the impact of her unconventional upbringing and experiences, including her traumatic childhood incident and persistent rejection of societal norms.
Informative
Mysterious
Contemplative
Emotional
Adventurous
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Carolyn Burke's Lee Miller: A Life captivates with its thorough exploration of Miller's multifaceted life, presenting her as a pioneering artist and war correspondent. Critics laud Burke's detailed research and engaging narrative. However, some find the dense historical context overwhelming. Overall, it’s a compelling read for biography and art enthusiasts.
Who Should Read Lee Miller: A Life?
A reader who would enjoy Lee Miller: A Life by Carolyn Burke is likely passionate about art, photography, and women's history. Similar readers may be captivated by Frida: A Biography of Frida Kahlo by Hayden Herrera or Savage Beauty: The Life of Edna St. Vincent Millay by Nancy Milford. Such readers appreciate detailed and compelling biographies of groundbreaking women.
699 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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426
Book • Nonfiction
Europe • 20th Century
2005
Adult
18+ years
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