A portrait of the celebrated actress chronicles her dramatic and colorful life story, from her early childhood and her clandestine work for Dutch resistance during World War II to her extraordinary career
Excellent biography by Ian Woodward. Thoroughly absorbed in Ian's description of Audrey's early life up to her first steps in to acting. I would have liked a few more words on the subjects work for UNICEF but that really is a small quibble. An inspirational read about an inspirational human being.
An interesting read for any Audrey Hepburn fan - good to know about her humble beginnings. Heart-affirming to know that inspite of the trials and tribulations in her life she turned out to be such a compassionate and well-loved celebrity. Also interesting to see what goes on behind the glamourous facade of Hollywood - especially in the 50s and 60s.
That she is a fighter who survived the german occupation in holland--that she is of noble ancestry with ties to Surinam (East Dutch Indies) tha she made a film in East Africa--and I know that I loved her for her work with African children--she is smart, charming, resilient and no-nonsense