The Memoirs of Madame Vigée Lebrun

In "The Memoirs of Madame Vigée Lebrun," Louise-Elisabeth Vigée-Lebrun offers a vibrant, firsthand account of her life as one of the most celebrated female painters of the 18th century. Through her eloquent and engaging prose, she narrates her ascent in the male-dominated art world, detailing her interactions with prominent figures, including Marie Antoinette. Her memoirs, rich in descriptive deta...