An Illuminated Life: Belle da Costa Greene's Journey from Prejudice to Privilege Medieval

An Illuminated Life: Belle da Costa Greene's Journey from Prejudice to Privilege MedievalThe secret life of the sensational woman behind the Morgan masterpieces, who lit up New York society. What would you give up to achieve your dream? When J. P. Morgan hired Belle da Costa Greene in 1905 to organize his rare book and manuscript collection, she had only her personality and a few years of experience to recommend her. Ten years later, she had shaped the famous Pierpont Morgan Library collection and was a proto celebrity in New York and the

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this book constitutes a volume of lasting importance to art history studies and a comprehensive tome for drawings enthusiasts

it’s a prime example of the iconic storytelling genius that is Edward Gorey

Full-size color reproduction of the entire original document

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this impressive survey offers not only inside views of the homes of the rich and powerful families during the Gilded Age but also fascinating insights into the social history and architectural development of the United States

the first biography devoted to him in a quarter century

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this little gem has been through innumerable printings and sold millions of copies to those in search of smart but entertaining advice about hard work

The Personal Librarian tells the story of an extraordinary woman

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unknown artists alike