Mrs. Astor Regrets: The Hidden Betrayals of a Family Beyond Reproach

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A biography that looks behind the headlines, and the gates of the house of Astor, as the famous family falls apart in public.The fate of Brooke Astor, the endearing philanthropist with the storied name, has generated worldwide headlines since her grandson Philip sued his father in 2006, alleging mistreatment of Brooke. And shortly after her death in 2007, Anthony Marshall, Mrs. Astor&’s only child, was indicted on charges of looting her estate. Rarely has there been a story with such an appealing heroine, conjuring up a world so nearly forgotten: a realm of lavish wealth and secrets of the sort that have engaged Americans from the era of Edith Wharton to the more recent days of Truman Capote.New York journalist Meryl Gordon has interviewed not only the elite of Brooke Astor&’s social circle, but also the large staff who cosseted and cared for Mrs. Astor during her declining years. The result is the behind-the-headlines story of the Astor empire&’s unraveling, filled with never-before-reported scenes. This powerful, poignant saga takes the reader inside the gilded gates of an American dynasty to tell of three generations&’ worth of longing and missed opportunities. Even in this territory of privilege, no riches can put things right once they&’ve been torn asunder. Here is an American epic of the bonds of money, morality, and social position.Updated with new material from inside the Brooke Astor TrialUSA Today&“An even-handed and fascinating portrait of a wealthy family torn apart by money, jealousy, and emotional distance.&”—&“If the tabloids are your morning cup of tea, this is your book.&”—New York Times Book Review
Copyright:
2008

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367 Pages
ISBN-13:
9780547348278
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9780547247984
Publisher:
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
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Language:
English
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Categories:
History, Nonfiction, Biographies and Memoirs
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