"Originally published in Great Britain in 2005 by Hodder and Stoughton"--T.p. verso.

"The first American celebrity fashion designer of the twentieth century, Valentina lived on equal social footing with the high society and movie star clients she dressed a formidable claim when one considers that Norma Shearer, Marlene Dietrich, Katharine Hepburn, Gloria Swanson, as well as generations of Vanderbilts and Whitneys were all loyal Valentina customers. Presciently aware of the power of the media, Valentina s meteoric rise to fame and fortune in the 1940s helped to elevate the social status of the American fashion designer." "The first book fully dedicated to this fascinating woman s life and career, this volume includes many never-before-seen masterworks of photography, including platinum prints by Horst P. Horst, George Hoyningen-Huene, and Cecil Beaton, as well as original sketches, letters, snapshots, and ephemera from private collections around the world and the estate of Valentina Schlee." --Book Jacket.

"This book is written in tribute to my mother-in-law, Valentina Valerianovna Lyovina, with whom I lived under the same roof for a period of some ten years beginning in 1968. Her stories inspired me to share her life's adventures with like minded people. Valentina related the central events of her life to me during the ten-year interval ... I collected and collated the historical facts before I started writing her biography. I also interviewed the living relatives of Valentina to check their versions of her story ..."--Foreword.

"Embark on a cosmic journey with 'Valentina Tereshkova,' an enlightening MCQ book that celebrates the life and achievements of the first woman in space. Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of space exploration through a series of carefully crafted multiple-choice questions (MCQs) that delve into Valentina Tereshkova's historic mission and contributions to space science. Ideal for space enthusiasts, students, and those curious about groundbreaking achievements, this MCQ guide invites you to discover the stellar legacy of a true pioneer. Elevate your knowledge, relive historic moments, and ignite your passion for space exploration. Download your copy now and join the cosmic adventure!"

THE STORY: Nestled in the Catskills—1962's land of dirty dancing and Borscht Belt comedy—an inconspicuous bungalow colony catered to a very special clientele: heterosexual men who delighted in dressing and acting as women. These white-collar professionals would discreetly escape their families to spend their weekends safely inhabiting their chosen female alter-egos. But given the opportunity to share their secret lives with the world, the members of this sorority had to decide whether the freedom gained by openness was worth the risk of personal ruin. Based on real events and infused with Fierstein's trademark wit, this moving, insightful, and delightfully entertaining work offers a glimpse into the lives of a group of "self-made women" as they search for acceptance and happiness in their very own Garden of Eden.

In the Wings of Sivananda-Valentina, our Holy Mother shares Her Heart and Wisdom with devotees and students who seek to expand their consciousness through the practice of Yogic spiritual disciplines at Her Retreat, The Light of Sivananda-Valentina. This book covers twelve months of various spiritual Observances which include Christian, Jewish, Buddhist and Yogic traditions. Whatever our beliefs might be, we gain new insights into our own religions through these inspired writings. These discourses were transcribed from spontaneous, unrehearsed discourses and so have a vitality and life which is seldom seen on the written page. The Wings of Sivananda-Valentina tenderly lead us upward to new heights and give us the inspiration and the wings to soar ourselves.