Description
Step into the private world of one of history's most iconic artists through this beautifully illustrated journal, capturing Frida Kahlo's intimate thoughts, dreams, and creative vision during the final decade of her life. Filled with her handwritten reflections in vibrant colored inks alongside seventy mesmerizing watercolor illustrations, this remarkable document offers an unfiltered glimpse into her passionate nature, her turbulent marriage to fellow artist Diego Rivera, and her extraordinary resilience. Beyond the personal revelations, Kahlo's entries unveil her fierce political convictions, poignant childhood memories, and the profound courage she demonstrated while enduring more than thirty-five surgical procedures following a devastating accident in her youth. This is not merely a diary but a visual and literary masterpiece—a testament to an artist's indomitable spirit and her unflinching exploration of pain, love, and creativity. A must-read for anyone seeking to understand the woman behind the iconic self-portraits.
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paperback
Harry N. Abrams
Published Aug 9, 2005
ISBN: 9780810959545
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First Published
2005
Language
en
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Diary of Frida Kahlo: An Intimate Self-Portrait by Carlos Fuentes.