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Risqué Beauty: Beauty Secrets of History's Most Notorious Courtesans
Risqu Beauty Beauty Secrets of History's Most Notorious Courtesans Author:Daniela Turudich This intimate look at the grooming and beauty practices of history's best-known courtesans reveals the secrets behind their famed beauty. Fascinating historical photographs and step-by-step instruction are accompanied by actual period recipes and preparations that the courtesans themselves used and engaging quotes from history's greatest seductr... more »esses. Also provided are biographies of each notable courtesan-how she rose to fame, who her lovers were, and how she fell from glory-including the stories of Veronica Franco (whose life was told in the film Dangerous Beauty), Mata Hari, Madame Lola Montez (mistress to King Ludwig I of Bavaria), and more.« less