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Coco Chanel - by Susan Goldman Rubin (Hardcover)

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  • A bold life of fashion, independence, and reinvention--told for the next generation of changemakers.
  • 144 Pages
  • Juvenile Nonfiction, Biography & Autobiography

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About the Book



An award-winning author of biographies for kids explores the life and legacy of the world's most celebrated fashion designer, Coco Chanel. Photos.



Book Synopsis



A bold life of fashion, independence, and reinvention--told for the next generation of changemakers.

From the orphanage to the runway, Coco Chanel's story is one of grit, vision, and transformation. This engaging biography introduces the woman behind the little black dress, the iconic pearls, and the world's most famous perfume.

Through vivid storytelling and rich historical context, explore how Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel defied expectations and reshaped the fashion industry forever. This engaging nonfiction biography is crafted for middle grade and teen readers and includes color and black-and-white photographs, a bibliography, a list of where to see her work, and an index.

Award-winning author Susan Goldman Rubin brings Chanel's journey to life with clarity and inspiration, tracing her early struggles, her rise as a designer, and her fierce independence in a time when women were expected to marry rather than lead. The book explores Chanel's rivalry with Elsa Schiaparelli, her groundbreaking designs like the quilted purse with gold chain, and her creation of Chanel No. 5--each a symbol of her enduring legacy.

This biography balances historical insight with accessible prose, making it ideal for classroom use, independent reading, or gift-giving to budding fashionistas and history lovers. Reviews praise the book's "well-designed" layout and its empowering message for young audiences, highlighting Chanel's determination to succeed on her own terms.

Coco Chanel: Pearls, Perfume, and the Little Black Dress is more than a fashion biography--it's a celebration of creativity, courage, and the power of self-expression. Whether readers dream of designing, leading, or simply being themselves, Chanel's story offers timeless inspiration.

"Rubin's biography is clear-sighted about Chanel's faults while extolling her fashion genius. Her source notes and bibliography are meticulous, as is the book's design . . . This will attract young fashion mavens eager to learn about design history." --Booklist



Review Quotes




"A well-researched primer packed with details on a significant trailblazer. Give to readers interested in fashion, business, and history."-- "School Library Journal"

"Rubin expertly chronicles Chanel's life in this biography . . . Rubin captures the authenticity of Chanel alongside her psychological need to portray a luxurious lifestyle."-- "VOYA Magazine"

"Rubin offers an honest account of Chanel's success as a profoundly influential couturier."-- "The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books"

"Rubin's biography is clear-sighted about Chanel's faults while extolling her fashion genius. Her source notes and bibliography are meticulous, as is the book's design . . . This will attract young fashion mavens eager to learn about design history."-- "Booklist"

"Well-designed biography of a fascinating woman."-- "School Library Connection"



About the Author



Susan Goldman Rubin is the author of many biographies for young people, including Diego Rivera: An Artist for the People and Hot Pink: The Life and Fashions of Elsa Schiaparelli. She lives in Malibu, California.
Dimensions (Overall): 8.4 Inches (H) x 5.8 Inches (W) x .9 Inches (D)
Weight: .95 Pounds
Suggested Age: 10-14 Years
Number of Pages: 144
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
Sub-Genre: Biography & Autobiography
Publisher: Abrams Books for Young Readers
Theme: Art
Format: Hardcover
Author: Susan Goldman Rubin
Language: English
Street Date: March 13, 2018
TCIN: 90068454
UPC: 9781419725449
Item Number (DPCI): 247-18-0315
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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Estimated ship weight: 0.95 pounds
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