Marilyn Monroe: A Photographic Life

This book provides a unique and intimate look into the life of Marilyn Monroe through iconic and rare photos, intimate stories, and removable memorabilia. It explores her troubled childhood, early roles, marriages, and rise to fame, showcasing her heart and capacity for love.

Format: Hardback
Length: 176 pages
Publication date: 09 November 2023
Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc

The camera adored Marilyn Monroe, and she reciprocated that affection wholeheartedly. In this lavish volume, delve into the enigmatic star's life through a collection of iconic and rare photographs, intimate anecdotes, and removable memorabilia.

Marilyn Monroe's enduring legacy is captured in the iconic photographs that have become synonymous with her name. From the dress she wore to John F. Kennedy's birthday, to her sultry pose leaning out of a balcony in New York City, or the memorable scene from The Seven Year Itch where she stands over the subway grates, these images have etched themselves into our collective memory.

However, there is more to the story of this legendary actress than just her glamorous image. Behind the glitz and glamour, there were sad stories and personal struggles. Marilyn Monroe's mother was institutionalized, she endured three failed marriages, and she grappled with mental health issues throughout her life. Her untimely death in 1962 still leaves us with many questions and a deeper understanding of the complex woman behind the fame.

Marilyn Monroe: A Photographic Life delves into the life of the star, exploring her journey from her humble beginnings as Norma Jeane Mortenson to her rise to fame as the "Blonde Bombshell." Born into a troubled family, Monroe battled her own insecurities and self-described "inferiority complex." Despite the challenges she faced, she never lost sight of her dreams and worked tirelessly to pursue her passion for acting.

The book offers a revealing glimpse into Monroe's early life, including her tumultuous childhood, her secret marriage to a young soldier, and her early roles with the studios. It sheds light on the struggles she faced as a budding actress, including her poverty and the challenges she encountered in the male-dominated industry.

Along with the personal stories, the book features a treasure trove of rare photographs and reproductions of frameable memorabilia. Birth and marriage certificates, handwritten letters, certificate of conversion to Judaism before her marriage to Arthur Miller, Screen Actors Guild membership card, picture of Marilyn sketched by Jane Russell, watercolor Marilyn painted for JFK, childhood photos, and shots and ads from her earliest modeling career are just a few of the treasures that are included.

This comprehensive volume provides a deeper understanding of Marilyn Monroe's life and legacy, offering a glimpse into the woman behind the fame. Whether you are a fan of Hollywood's golden era or a curious explorer of human emotions, Marilyn Monroe: A Photographic Life is a must-read for anyone who seeks to know more about this iconic figure.

Weight: 1122g
Dimension: 216 x 306 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780785843740