Chanel's Riviera: Glamour, Decadence, and Survival in Peace and War, 1930-1944

Chanel's Riviera is a captivating narrative that explores the glamorous world of the Cote d'Azur during a period of luxury, terror, and transformation.

This book delves into the lives of iconic figures such as Coco Chanel, the Duke and Duchess of Windsor, Joseph P.

Kennedy, Gloria Swanson, Colette, the Mitfords, Picasso, Cecil Beaton, and Somerset Maugham, who flocked to the Riviera for its sun-kissed beaches, glittering casinos, and extravagant parties.

However, as the world teetered on the brink of destruction, the glamour of the pre-war parties gave way to the horrors of war, leaving behind powerful stories of tragedy, sacrifice, and heroism.

Through original research and de Courcy's signature skill, Chanel's Riviera brings these experiences to vivid life, offering a unique glimpse into the lives of the rich and poor, protected and persecuted, during one of history's most tumultuous periods.