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The Romance Of Madame Tussaud's

The Romance Of Madame Tussaud's

Tussaud, John Theodore
Belloc, Hilaire

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ISBN10: 1169346561
ISBN13: 9781169346567
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 460
Weight: 2.22
Height: 1.00 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
The Romance Of Madame Tussaud's is a biographical work written by John Theodore Tussaud that details the life and career of the famous wax sculptor, Marie Tussaud. The book provides a comprehensive account of her early life in France, her apprenticeship with Philippe Curtius, and her eventual move to England, where she established her world-renowned wax museum. The book also delves into the historical context of Tussaud's life, including the French Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars, which had a significant impact on her career. Additionally, the author provides insight into Tussaud's personal life, including her relationships with her family and her romantic interests. Throughout the book, readers are treated to vivid descriptions of Tussaud's most famous wax figures, including celebrities, historical figures, and notorious criminals. The author also provides a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of these figures, detailing the meticulous process of sculpting and dressing each one. Overall, The Romance Of Madame Tussaud's is a fascinating and informative read that offers a unique glimpse into the life and work of one of the most famous artists of the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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