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Isabella Stewart Gardner emerges as a daring visionary who reshaped Boston's cultural landscape. Arriving in the city as a young bride, she initially struggles for acceptance among high society. After facing personal tragedies, Isabella embraces her individuality, traveling the world and forging connections with influential figures like Henry James and Oscar Wilde. Her eclectic tastes in art and her bold personality challenge societal norms, ultimately leading to her legacy as a trailblazer and eccentric figure in American art history.
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The Lioness of Boston, Emily Franklin
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- Released
- 2023
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- Title
- The Lioness of Boston
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Emily Franklin
- Publisher
- David R. Godine Publisher
- Released
- 2023
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 400
- ISBN13
- 9781567927405
- Category
- History
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- Isabella Stewart Gardner emerges as a daring visionary who reshaped Boston's cultural landscape. Arriving in the city as a young bride, she initially struggles for acceptance among high society. After facing personal tragedies, Isabella embraces her individuality, traveling the world and forging connections with influential figures like Henry James and Oscar Wilde. Her eclectic tastes in art and her bold personality challenge societal norms, ultimately leading to her legacy as a trailblazer and eccentric figure in American art history.