My Story
My Story by Marilyn Monroe, published by Rowman & Littlefield on September 29, 2006, is an autobiography that offers a poignant glimpse into the life of the iconic actress and sex symbol. Written during her peak fame but released posthumously, this 208-page account details her experiences from childhood as an unwanted orphan to her rise in the film industry, including her marriage to Joe DiMaggio. Monroe’s narrative reveals her complexities beyond the public persona, providing insights into her personal struggles and triumphs.
Readers will find an intimate portrayal of Monroe’s life, including her early adolescence and significant relationships, alongside reflections on her identity and the pressures of fame. The book also includes lavish illustrations, enhancing the narrative with visual context. Covering themes of biography and personal memoirs, My Story presents a multifaceted view of a woman who was both celebrated and misunderstood, inviting readers to explore the depths of her experiences in the entertainment world.
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Written at the height of her fame but not published until over a decade after her death, this autobiography of actress and sex symbol Marilyn Monroe (1926-1962) poignantly recounts her childhood as an unwanted orphan, her early adolescence, her rise in the film industry from bit player to celebrity, and her marriage to Joe DiMaggio. In this intimate account of a very public life, she tells of her first (non-consensual) sexual experience, her romance with the Yankee Clipper, and her prescient vision of herself as “the kind of girl they found dead in the hall bedroom with an empty bottle of sleeping pills in her hand.”
The Marilyn in these pages is a revelation: a gifted, intelligent, vulnerable woman who was far more complex than the unwitting sex siren she portrayed on screen. Lavishly illustrated with photos of Marilyn, this special book celebrates the life and career of an American icon—-from the unique perspective of the icon herself.
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