The Art and Life of Francesca Alexander

Focusing on the life and artistic contributions of Francesca Alexander, this biography explores her journey from Boston to Florence, where she became part of an international community. A largely self-taught artist, her portraits and writings captured the essence of Italian life, earning admiration from contemporaries like John Ruskin. Despite her success and charitable endeavors, she faded from public memory. The book draws on various sources to vividly recount her legacy and the historical context of her work.