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The Lives of the Muses: Nine Women and the Artists They Inspired
The Lives of the Muses Nine Women and the Artists They Inspired
Author: Francine Prose
All loved, and were loved by, their artists, and inspired them with an intensity of emotion akin to Eros.In a brilliant, wry, and provocative book, National Book Award finalist Francine Prose explores the complex relationship between the artist and his muse. In so doing, she illuminates with great sensitivity and intelligence the elusive emotion...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780060555252
ISBN-10: 0060555254
Publication Date: 10/1/2003
Pages: 448
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Publisher: Perennial
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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Excellent account of the evolution of woman as muse and 9 women who exemplify muses throughout history. Inspired me to read more about these women.
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