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Monthly Archives: October 2009
Colette — how far would she go to shock the bourgeoisie?
Colette’s lover from 1905 to 1911 was Mathilde de Morny, the Marquise of Belboeuf (a fascinating person usually known as Missy. S/he lived in men’s clothes and also liked to be called Max). It’s interesting how many of Colette’s numerous … Continue reading
Posted in 1900s, Colette, Drag, Historical, Missy / Max, Transgender
Tagged Colette, Missy / Max
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Review of Chéri — the film
Two of my favourite Colette novels, Chéri and La fin de Chéri, have been made into a sumptuous, lavish film. I couldn’t wait to see it! Colette wrote the novels — novellas, really — in the 1920s, but they are … Continue reading
Posted in 1900s, 1920s, Book and film reviews, Colette, French, Historical, writing tips; hints; inspirations
Tagged Books and films, Cheri, Colette
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