Audrey Hepburn Treasures : Pictures and Mementos from a Life of Style and Purpose

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Format: Hardcover
Pub. Date: 2006-10-03
Publisher(s): Atria
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Summary

With nearly thirty movies, countless awards, and an unwavering commitment to UNICEF, Audrey Hepburn's life served as an example of both style and purpose. From her early dance performances for the Dutch resistance during World War II to her London cabaret days and her breakthrough roles inGigiandRoman Holiday,audiences worldwide have long been enchanted by Audrey's charm and grace.Now, in this lavishly illustrated biography -- created with the Audrey Hepburn Children's Fund -- Audrey's own words are given center stage to create a unique personal narrative. This special collection also includes approximately 200 black-and-white and color photographs selected by the Hepburn Estate, as well as reproduced mementos from Audrey's life. Thirty-four removable documents include an excerpt from herBreakfast at Tiffany'sscript with handwritten notes, a letter she sent to husband Mel Ferrer while preparing forThe Nun's Story,and a birth certificate announcement marking the arrival of her first son.A dazzling celebration of an extraordinary human being,The Audrey Hepburn Treasuresoffers fan an intimate and revealing portrait of the woman they admire and adore.

Table of Contents

Forewordp. 6
Monkey Puzzle: 1929-1940p. 8
Dancing in the Dark: 1940-1948p. 24
The Chorus Girl with the Eyes: 1948-1952p. 46
All Grace and Enchantment: 1952-1960p. 70
Reel Life, Real Life: 1960-1968p. 104
Ordinary Longings: 1968-1980p. 130
Family Matters: 1980-1987p. 148
The UNICEF Years: 1987-1993p. 162
Legacyp. 182
Awards and Recognitionp. 184
Acknowledgmentsp. 186
About the Authorsp. 186
Bibliographyp. 187
Filmographyp. 189
Image Creditsp. 191
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