First published 1992
This collection gathers Marilyn Monroe's own voice across the spectrum of her experiences. She reflects on the challenges of youth and the weight of stardom that defined her career. Monroe addresses her relationships with men and her thoughts on marriage with characteristic candor. She reveals her perspective on sex and its role in both her personal life and public image. The book includes her observations about Hollywood's inner workings and the price of fame. Monroe's words range from widely circulated statements to more obscure remarks that offer fresh insight into her thinking. Her commentary spans the personal and professional aspects of a life lived in the spotlight. The compilation presents Monroe not just as an icon but as a woman grappling with the complexities of celebrity, intimacy, and self-identity in mid-century America.
Genres: biography, 20th-century, autobiography, biography-memoir
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: celebrity, memoir, personal-journey
Setting: Hollywood
Period: Mid-20th Century
96 pages · Paperback · Ominibus Press