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Louisa Treger on The Paris Muse: Art, Love, and Dora Maar's Untold Story

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Join Karina Szczurek this week on Pagecast as she delves into the captivating world of art and passion with author Louisa Treger, discussing her latest novel, "The Paris Muse." This gripping tale explores the tumultuous relationship between Dora Maar and Pablo Picasso, set against the vibrant backdrop of 1930s Paris. Dive into the complexities of love, art, and identity in this unforgettable story.

More about the book:
Paris, 1936. Dora Maar, a talented photographer and painter, meets Pablo Picasso and is instantly drawn to his intense creativity. Their passionate relationship, marked by love, sadism, and Picasso's infidelities, pushes Dora to the edge.

The Paris Muse, by Lousa Trejar is a fictional retelling of Dora's journey, set against the backdrop of Paris and the French Riviera. As Picasso paints Guernica during the Spanish Civil War, their relationship darkens. With World War II approaching and the Nazis invading, Dora suffers a breakdown and is hospitalized.

Atmospheric and powerful, The Paris Muse sheds light on Dora's life, ensuring she is no longer a forgotten figure in Picasso’s story.

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21 Oct 2024 English South Africa Books · Society & Culture

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