One of my lifelong favorite books!!! Frida Kahlo stands as my favorite person, man or woman. Such a vibrant, sensual life. It astounds me that she lived with such fire and determination in spite of the perils she suffered.
I read this biography for the first time when I was 10 at my cousin Charisse's house. Her former husband had scholarly pursuits and kept the 1983 hardcover edition in their home. Every time I went to their house, I would carve time to read this book. I couldn't believe that she stayed with Diego Rivera after he slept with her sister. (I still don't understand how she could have reconciled with him as his wife.) I've bought multiple copies of this book. (One of my uncles kept it after I left my copy at his house.) I adore that she maintained an active sex life. I think it's awesome that a woman of the first half of the 20th century defied gender norms!!!
My love and affection for Frida endures!!!
rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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