Zelda: A Biography by Nancy Milford offers an intimate and compelling portrait of Zelda Sayre Fitzgerald, the enigmatic wife of famed author F. Scott Fitzgerald. This biography delves into Zelda's life from her childhood in Montgomery, Alabama, through her marriage and tumultuous relationship with Scott. The narrative explores her creative pursuits in ballet, writing, and painting, as well as the struggles she faced with mental illness and the complexities of the Jazz Age era.
Originally published in 1970, this Book Club Edition by Harper & Row is a significant work for collectors and fans of literary biographies. Milford's deeply researched and empathetic portrayal brings insight into Zelda's personality and the dynamics of her marriage, revealing the shared dreams and conflicts of the Fitzgeralds. Featuring a distinctive dust jacket with peacock feather design and a vintage photograph of Zelda Fitzgerald from 1931 on the back, this edition remains a valuable piece for those interested in 20th-century American literature and history.
