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Frida: A Biography of Frida Kahlo Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

Hayden Herrera (Author), Timothy Andrés Pabon (Narrator), HarperAudio (Publisher)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,126 ratings
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"Through her art, Herrera writes, Kahlo made of herself both performer and icon. Through this long overdue biography, Kahlo has also, finally, been made fully human."—San Francisco Chronicle

Hailed by listeners and critics across the country, this engrossing biography of Mexican painter Frida Kahlo reveals a woman of extreme magnetism and originality, an artist whose sensual vibrancy came straight from her own experiences: her childhood near Mexico City during the Mexican Revolution; a devastating accident at age eighteen that left her crippled and unable to bear children; her tempestuous marriage to muralist Diego Rivera and intermittent love affairs with men as diverse as Isamu Noguchi and Leon Trotsky; her association with the Communist Party; her absorption in Mexican folklore and culture; and her dramatic love of spectacle.

Here is the tumultuous life of an extraordinary twentieth-century woman.

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  1. Listening Length
    19 hours and 3 minutes
  2. Author
    Hayden Herrera
  3. Narrator
    Timothy Andrés Pabon
  4. Audible release date
    March 21, 2023
  5. Language
    English
  6. Publisher
    HarperAudio
  7. ASIN
    B0B8L5QPZX
  8. Version
    Unabridged
  9. Program Type
    Audiobook
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Product details

Listening Length 19 hours and 3 minutes
Author Hayden Herrera
Narrator Timothy Andrés Pabon
Audible.com Release Date March 21, 2023
Publisher HarperAudio
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B0B8L5QPZX
Best Sellers Rank #9,664 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#4 in Biographies of Artists, Architects & Photographers (Audible Books & Originals)
#12 in Artist & Architect Biographies
#12 in Art (Audible Books & Originals)

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4.7 out of 5 stars
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I have been getting more into knowing Frida Kahlo’s life after years of only knowing her paintings and some snippets of her life. This is really a beautiful and raw written book regarding her as a person and then as an artist while giving you the context of what was happening historically wise during the time of her life. I highly recommend it if you are curious/a fan of Frida’s work.The book came in very good condition although used! I bought from the seller “LUXURYMERCHANDISE (Veteran Owned)” and besides two little tearing on the cover (barely noticeable) the book itself is in amazing condition!! In the picture you’ll see I have it wrapped in a book cover for extra protection (I bought the protection separately!)! The shipping was smooth and fast!
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Mooglina03
5.0 out of 5 stars What I wanted is what I got :)
Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2023
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I have been getting more into knowing Frida Kahlo’s life after years of only knowing her paintings and some snippets of her life. This is really a beautiful and raw written book regarding her as a person and then as an artist while giving you the context of what was happening historically wise during the time of her life. I highly recommend it if you are curious/a fan of Frida’s work.

The book came in very good condition although used! I bought from the seller “LUXURYMERCHANDISE (Veteran Owned)” and besides two little tearing on the cover (barely noticeable) the book itself is in amazing condition!! In the picture you’ll see I have it wrapped in a book cover for extra protection (I bought the protection separately!)! The shipping was smooth and fast!
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Mooglina03
5.0 out of 5 stars What I wanted is what I got :)
Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2023
I have been getting more into knowing Frida Kahlo’s life after years of only knowing her paintings and some snippets of her life. This is really a beautiful and raw written book regarding her as a person and then as an artist while giving you the context of what was happening historically wise during the time of her life. I highly recommend it if you are curious/a fan of Frida’s work.

The book came in very good condition although used! I bought from the seller “LUXURYMERCHANDISE (Veteran Owned)” and besides two little tearing on the cover (barely noticeable) the book itself is in amazing condition!! In the picture you’ll see I have it wrapped in a book cover for extra protection (I bought the protection separately!)! The shipping was smooth and fast!
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J. MITCHELL
5.0 out of 5 stars Intimate Experience
Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2023
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I am an avid reader. Not so much of biographies but I have read a ton of books. I would put this book in my top 20 for sure. The authors style is engaging and keeps you wanting to read. She clearly knows the art world and all about Frida and Diego. There are some photographs and then also illustrations of some of Frida's works. Best biography I have read ever.
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Marty
5.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating reading
Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2022
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Detailed, well-researched material Thoroughly enjoyed this author's offering.
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Jean E. Prescott
5.0 out of 5 stars Frida:
Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2010
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Frida: A Biography of Frida Kalho is a great movie. Having read Le Lacuna by Barbara Kingsolver plus Frida by Hayden Herrera I know this movie correctly follows the chronology of her life. The movie maker has used the Mexican setting beautifully in the shooting of this film. Understanding the meaning and the context of Frida's paintings the director has masterfully created "freeze frames" which replicate her paintings then made these come to life.

Frida was a bright energetic person who suffered tragedy early in life. She was determined not to be forgotten, to overcome her circumstances and to live her life with spirit, with love, with art all around her and with true alegria. Her story is an inspiration.
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VBH
5.0 out of 5 stars Book is in excellent condition!
Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2022
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Book arrived quickly and is in excellent condition. Thanks!!
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NovYaa
4.0 out of 5 stars Viva la vida
Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2014
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Fascinating story of a unique woman and her passion for painting, life and her womanizing husband. Her unique, symbolic and colourful paintings not only conveyed her inner thoughts and feelings, but also the events in her 47 year lifetime. This book is very detailed biography of a great woman. Her accident at 18 leaves her with permanent scars and pains that pledged her for the rest of her life, but this disability continued to ignite her passion for life and painting. She once said that she was not a surrealist as she never painted dreams but her own reality. After reading this made me realise that the Frida movie with Selma Hayek was just the tip of the iceberg into the life of Kahlo and who she was. Highly recommended to those who wish to know more about this intelligent and complex woman.
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Dee Zee
5.0 out of 5 stars Sensitively Written Biography
Reviewed in the United States on August 31, 2021
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This biography of Frida Kahlo an important female artist was enjoyable to read. The biographer researched the life of the artist and has written a sensitive portrait of her life.
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Dearrosey
5.0 out of 5 stars Frida Kalo is Excellent, Brilliant and throughly captivating- Must read!
Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2013
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One of my most favorite books of all time. I bought this because my sister saw her exibit somewhere. It peeked my interest and this story, this womans life is extrordinary. From beginning to end it throughly kept my attention. Her art her life story is both compelling and heartbreaking. You may not like her art but you have to read to understand where her art comes from. the pain the loves and her need to paint Wonderful. I only wish it had been on Kindle but I have admit I enjoyed turning real pages and placing this book among my treasured reads. You will love this book and its History of a Fragil womans life, loves and art.
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cynthia
5.0 out of 5 stars Frida Callo
Reviewed in Canada on April 21, 2024
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The book contains a great deal of detailed info.
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susan
5.0 out of 5 stars Great.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 22, 2023
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Very interesting book. Obviously, especially if you are interested in Frida Kahlo. Went into lots of detail and the photos were a brilliant bonus. Would highly recommend.
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ISRAEL ROBLES PINZON
5.0 out of 5 stars Recomiendo 💯
Reviewed in Mexico on March 11, 2021
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Que historia 💯
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Nikita
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in Italy on April 14, 2021
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Well written book, timely delivery.
Frida was a great artist but also a great warrior.
Inside the book you will find photos.
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Nikita
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in Italy on April 14, 2021
Well written book, timely delivery.
Frida was a great artist but also a great warrior.
Inside the book you will find photos.
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Alison
5.0 out of 5 stars Interesante
Reviewed in Spain on January 29, 2021
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Super Interesante
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