Loving Modigliani: The Afterlife of Jeanne Hébuterne

By Linda Lappin

Book Overview

Amedeo Modigliani, embittered and unrecognized genius, dies of meningitis on a cold January day in Montparnasse in 1920, Jeanne H?buterne, his young wife and muse, follows 24 hours later, falling backwards from a window. Now a ghost, Jeanne drifts about the studio she shared with Modigliani - for she was not only his favorite model, but also an artist whose works were later shut away from public view after her demise. Enraged, she watches as her belongings are removed from the studio and her identity as an artist seemingly effaced for posterity, carried off in a suitcase.Thus begins Linda Lappin's new novel LOVING MODIGLIANI, retelling the story of Jeanne H?buterne's fate as a woman and artist through three timelines and three precious objects stolen from the studio: a diary, a bangle, and a self-portrait of Jeanne depicted together with Modi and her child.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1947175300
• ISBN13: 9781947175303
• Release Date: November 2020
• Publisher: Serving House Books
• Length: 344 Pages
• Weight: 1.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Loving Modigliani

Loving Modigliani: The Afterlife of Jeanne Hébuterne is an interesting read. It is the first I have read by Linda Lappin. She has proven to me that she is a very talented at weaving such a wonderful tale. I was fascinated with this story right from the start. After reading it, I had to search to find out more about Jeanne Hébuterne. Such a captivating character in real life. Loving Modigliani: The Afterlife of Jeanne Hébuterne is getting a very well deserved five plus stars from me. I highly recommend for readers who enjoy reading fiction based on true events. I would to get my hands on more books by Linda Lappin. She has earned herself a new fan. This book is really great and it should not be missed. I received Loving Modigliani: The Afterlife of Jeanne Hébuterne from the publisher. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion.