About the Book This brilliant graphic novel artfully depicts the life and passions of Frida Kahlo, one of the 20th centurys most enigmatic artists. Book Synopsis This brilliant graphic novel artfully depicts the life and passions of Frida Kahlo, one of the 20th centurys most enigmatic artists. The perfect subject for a graphic novel, Frida Kahlos brief life was dramatic and romantic, tragic and painful. In this illustrated biography, Vanna Vinci captures the spirit of Kahlos world in boldly colored, minutely detailed illustrations. Blending facts and history with dreamlike and surreal sequences, Vinci creates an intimate portrayal of an artist who incorporated her life experiences into her art. Burning love and crushing loss, incredible joy and deep despair--these were all part of Kahlos life and part of the paintings that are some of the most celebrated art of all time. Filled with images that populated Kahlos work--monkeys and parrots, traditional clothing and lush gardens--Vinci imbues her text and drawings with an artists perception and sensitivity. The result is an evocative, fittingly passionate tribute to a legendary figure. Review Quotes Prestel has just released Frida: The Story of Her Life , a graphic novel by Vanna Vinci that makes the perfect addition to the visual history of one of the most famous artists in the world. Here Vinci brings to life the beautiful and horrific moments of Kahlos life in a series of iconic scenes that integrate her country, her culture, and her passion into a great, tempestuous personality. The result is a portrait of the artist that complements the self-portraits that the world adores, giving us another look at the soul of a woman who continues to inspire and provoke. - Crave This is an extraordinary way of presenting the story of the life of Frida Kahlo - Her Campus