"Gentlemen Prefer Blondes": The Illuminating Diary Of A Professional Lady

"Gentlemen Prefer Blondes": the illuminating diary of a professional lady

by Anita Loos

“Gentlemen Prefer Blondes” is a satirical novel that follows the escapades of Lorelei Lee, a vivacious and ambitious young woman, through the glamorous and decadent world of the Jazz Age. Written in the form of a diary, the story chronicles Lorelei's encounters with various men, her pursuit of wealth and luxury, and her naive yet insightful observations about society. The novel's humorous tone and witty observations offer a playful yet insightful commentary on the materialistic values, social norms, and gender dynamics of the era.

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Anita Loos

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Corinne Anita Loos was an American actress, novelist, playwright and screenwriter. In 1912, she became the first female staff screenwriter in Hollywood, when D. W. Griffith put her on the payroll at T...

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