An account of Sarah Bernhardt's love life. Her lovers included Victor Hugo and the Prince of Wales. A complex character, she made money as a courtesan on top of being France's top actress. She was an accomplished painter and sculptor. After losing one leg, she acquired a wooden one, and continued an active role on the stage. During the Franco-Prussian war, she looked after the wounded with great dedication.She was an ardent supporter of Dreyfus. She is, arguably, the second most famous Frenchwoman ever.
An account of Sarah Bernhardt's love life. Her lovers included Victor Hugo and the Prince of Wales. A complex character, she made money as a courtesan...