Publisher's Synopsis
Laughing Torso is an autobiographical book written by Nina Hamnett and first published in 1932. The book recounts Hamnett's bohemian life in London and Paris during the early 20th century. Hamnett was a Welsh artist and writer who was part of the modernist movement and associated with artists such as Pablo Picasso and Wyndham Lewis. The book is a vivid account of her experiences as a struggling artist and her encounters with various eccentric characters in the artistic and literary circles of the time. Hamnett's writing style is witty and irreverent, and the book is filled with humorous anecdotes and observations about the people and places she encountered. The title of the book refers to Hamnett's nickname, which was given to her because of her tall, thin frame and infectious laughter. Laughing Torso is a fascinating insight into the world of the avant-garde in the early 20th century and a valuable historical document of this period.With 23 illustrations. Crowley had a temple in Cefalu in Sicily. He was supposed to practice Black Magic there, and one day a baby was said to have disappeared mysteriously.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
