I'll Build a Stairway to Paradise

I'll Build a Stairway to Paradise offers an in-depth exploration of Bunny Mellon's life, drawing on her personal archives to reveal her complex personality and influential work in American design. The biography highlights her evolution from a self-described "poor little rich girl" to a woman who challenged societal norms and used her resources to shape both private and public spaces. With a focus on her distinctive style, taste, and impact, the book paints a nuanced portrait of a remarkable figure in American cultural history.