Mad Enchantment

This audiobook explores the extraordinary and often overlooked story behind Claude Monet's famous Water Lilies paintings, set against the backdrop of personal tragedy and societal upheaval during World War I. It delves into the artist's struggles with grief, blindness, and changing artistic trends, revealing a more intimate and resilient portrait of Monet. Through new sources and a detailed account of this pivotal period, Ross King offers a compelling insight into the life of one of history's most beloved painters.