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That Woman
The Life of Wallis Simpson, Duchess of Windsor
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That Woman
Bestselling biography of the enduringly fascinating Wallis Simpson
Bestselling biography of the enduringly fascinating Wallis Simpson
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One of Britain's most distinguished biographers turns her focus on one of the most vilified women of the twentieth century. Historian Anne Sebba has written the first full biography by a woman of Wallis Simpson, Duchess of Windsor.
That Woman, as she was referred to by the Queen Mother, became a hate figure for ensnaring a British king and destabilising the monarchy. Neither beautiful nor brilliant, she nevertheless became one of the most talked-about women of her generation, and she inspired such deep love and adoration in Edward VIII that he gave up a throne and an empire for her.
Wallis lived by her wit and her wits, while both her apparent and alleged moral transgressions added to her aura and dazzle.
Based on new archives and material only recently made available, this scrupulously researched biography sheds new light on the character and motivations of a powerful, charismatic and complex woman.
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Anne Sebba's That Woman is widely praised for providing a timely and insightful reassessment of Wallis Simpson's life. Critics highlight its illuminating nature, noting the inclusion of newly discovered letters that add depth to her story. The biography is commended for its balanced and emotionally resonant portrayal, offering a compelling contrast to fictionalised accounts of Simpson's relationship with Edward VIII.
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ISBN: 9780753827390
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 19 January 2012
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Weidenfeld & Nicolson
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 25.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 197.0mm
Weight: 260g
Pages: 368
About the Author
Anne Sebba read History at King's College London then joined Reuters as a foreign correspondent based in London and Rome. She has written eight works of non-fiction, mostly about iconic women, presented BBC radio documentaries and is an accredited Nadfas lecturer. She is married with three children.
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