Description
A vivid, deeply researched portrait of one of the twentieth century’s most unforgettable artists, this biography traces Frida Kahlo’s life from her early years through the defining experiences that shaped her art. Through the lens of her paintings—and the intense, complicated relationship at the heart of her world—readers come to understand how Kahlo transformed pain, identity, and longing into images of striking immediacy and emotional power. Hayden Herrera’s narrative captures the theatrical force of Kahlo’s personality while illuminating the cultural and political currents that informed her work. More than a chronology, this is a testament to resilience and self-invention, revealing why Kahlo’s art continues to speak with urgency and intimacy across generations.
Available Editions
paperback
Harper Perennial
Published Oct 1, 2002
528 pages
ISBN: 9780060085896
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Details
First Published
1991
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Frida by Hayden Herrera.