Marie Bashkirtseff: The Journal Of A Young Artist 1860-1884 - Paperback

Marie Bashkirtseff: The Journal Of A Young Artist 1860-1884 is a compelling and insightful autobiography that chronicles the life of a young artist living in Paris during the late 19th century. The book is a collection of diary entries written by Marie Bashkirtseff, a talented painter and sculptor, who was born in Ukraine in 1858 and died in 1884 at the age of 25. The journal entries provide a fascinating glimpse into the world of a young woman who was determined to succeed as an artist despite the many obstacles she faced, including the limitations imposed on women in her time. Bashkirtseff's diary entries are candid, revealing, and often poignant, as she struggles with her own insecurities and anxieties, and grapples with the challenges of being a female artist in a male-dominated world.Throughout the book, Bashkirtseff reflects on her personal life, her relationships with family and friends, and her artistic pursuits. She writes about her struggles to find her own voice as an artist, her efforts to gain recognition for her work, and her desire to leave a lasting legacy. The book is beautifully written and provides a vivid portrait of life in Paris during the late 19th century. It is also a valuable historical document that sheds light on the experiences of women artists during this period. Overall, Marie Bashkirtseff: The Journal Of A Young Artist 1860-1884 is a fascinating and inspiring read that will appeal to anyone interested in art, history, and the lives of extraordinary women.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.