D'Orsay; or, The complete dandy
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Authors:
- Shore, W. Teignmouth (William Teignmouth)
1865 - 1932
About this book
In the vibrant milieu of 19th-century Paris, where elegance and excess intertwined, "D'Orsay; or, The Complete Dandy" by W. Teignmouth Shore unveils the life of Gédéon Gaspard Alfred, the Count d'Orsay. This biographical account delves into the essence of dandyism, highlighting the Count's unparalleled flair for fashion and his role as a social influencer. Readers will discover the intricacies of a lifestyle defined by aestheticism and the pursuit of beauty, alongside the impact of dandyism on contemporary culture. Ideal for students of fashion history, civic activists exploring identity, and historians examining societal trends, this work offers a compelling portrait of a man who epitomized the art of living well in a rapidly changing world.
