Description
Discover 'To the One I Love the Best,' a captivating memoir by Ludwig Bemelmans that offers a vibrant glimpse into the glamorous past of Hollywood's elite. This BRAND NEW book, published by Faber Factory in 2023, chronicles Bemelmans' unforgettable nights filled with laughter and glamour at the home of the legendary interior decorator Elsie de Wolfe, affectionately known as 'Mother'. Readers will be transported to a time when extravagant parties overflowed with movie stars and eccentric characters, all elegantly described in Bemelmans' unique and humorous style. This 9781782277934 edition is not just a book; it’s a vivid portrayal of a bygone era, perfect for anyone interested in art, culture, and Hollywood history. Whether you are an avid reader or a gift-giver searching for the perfect present for a loved one, 'To the One I Love the Best' is a delightful addition to your collection. Enjoy fast shipping to your doorstep, and dive into this enchanting world today! With themes of friendship, nostalgia, and celebration of life's peculiarities, this memoir is a must-read that will leave you laughing and longing for more.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781782277934
Year: 2023
Publisher: Faber Factory
Description:
Ludwig Bemelmans came to the California home of famed interior decorator Elsie de Wolfe, Lady Mendl, for cocktails. By the end of the night, he was firmly established as a member of the family: given a bedroom in their sumptuous house, invitations to the most outrageous parties in Hollywood, and the friendship of the larger-than-life woman known to her closest friends simply as 'Mother'.
With hilarity and mischief, Bemelmans lifts the curtain on a bygone world of extravagance and eccentricity, where the parties are held in circus tents and populated by ravishing movie stars. To the One I Love the Best is a luminous painting of life's oddities and a touching tribute to a fabulously funny woman.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781782277934
Year: 2023
Publisher: Faber Factory
Description:
Ludwig Bemelmans came to the California home of famed interior decorator Elsie de Wolfe, Lady Mendl, for cocktails. By the end of the night, he was firmly established as a member of the family: given a bedroom in their sumptuous house, invitations to the most outrageous parties in Hollywood, and the friendship of the larger-than-life woman known to her closest friends simply as 'Mother'.
With hilarity and mischief, Bemelmans lifts the curtain on a bygone world of extravagance and eccentricity, where the parties are held in circus tents and populated by ravishing movie stars. To the One I Love the Best is a luminous painting of life's oddities and a touching tribute to a fabulously funny woman.