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The Secret Life of America's First Lady of Food

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Julia Child is one of the most influential women in American history. She changed the way we eat, and her legacy continues to inspire people today. But what was the real Julia Child like? What was her secret life?

In her new book, "The Secret Life of Julia Child," author Bob Spitz takes a deep dive into the life of this extraordinary woman. He draws on interviews with Child's family and friends, as well as her own personal papers, to paint a portrait of a complex and fascinating person.

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Born in Pasadena, California, in 1912, Child grew up in a wealthy family. She was a bright and curious child, but she was also shy and awkward. She found solace in cooking, and she soon discovered that she had a natural talent for it.

After graduating from Smith College, Child worked as a copywriter in New York City. But she soon realized that her true passion was cooking. In 1948, she moved to Paris with her husband, Paul Child, a diplomat. There, she enrolled in the Cordon Bleu cooking school, and she quickly became one of the school's top students.

In 1951, Child published her first cookbook, "Mastering the Art of French Cooking." The book was a huge success, and it helped to introduce French cuisine to American home cooks. Child went on to publish several more cookbooks, and she also hosted a popular cooking show on PBS for over 20 years.

Child was a pioneer in the field of cooking. She helped to break down the barriers between professional and home cooks, and she made cooking accessible to everyone. She was also a tireless advocate for women's rights, and she used her platform to promote the idea that women could be successful in any field they chose.

Child died in 2004 at the age of 91. She left behind a legacy of delicious food, inspiring television shows, and groundbreaking cookbooks. She was a true American icon, and her story is one that will continue to be told for generations to come.

What You'll Learn in "The Secret Life of Julia Child"

Child's humble beginnings and her rise to stardom
Her struggles with shyness and awkwardness
Her passion for cooking and her natural talent for it
Her groundbreaking work at the Cordon Bleu cooking school
The success of her cookbooks and her television shows
Her advocacy for women's rights
Her enduring legacy as an American icon

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