How I Discovered America: Confessions Of The Marquis Boni De Castellane (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432576172)

How I Discovered America: Confessions Of The Marquis Boni De Castellane is a memoir written by the French aristocrat and socialite Boni de Castellane. The book chronicles the author's journey to America in the early 20th century, where he discovered a new world of culture, luxury, and opportunity.De Castellane was a prominent figure in French society, known for his lavish lifestyle and extravagant parties. In the book, he describes his experiences traveling across America, meeting influential people, and discovering the country's unique customs and traditions.The memoir also delves into de Castellane's personal life, including his relationships with women and his struggles with addiction. He provides a candid and often humorous account of his experiences, offering insights into the glamorous world of high society and the challenges that come with it.Overall, How I Discovered America: Confessions Of The Marquis Boni De Castellane is a fascinating glimpse into the life of a wealthy and influential figure, and a testament to the enduring allure of the American dream.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Boni De Castellane
ISBN-10: 1432576178
ISBN-13: 9781432576172
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2007
Pages: 300
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.97lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.67d