The Little Black Dress. And Other Stories

Original title: La petite robe noire. Et autres textes

Publication Date:

September 2009

Pages:

288

Original language and publisher

Territories Handled

Worldwide excl. French

Territories Sold

Italy (Edizioni Clichy)

Genres

Essay, Narrative Non-Fiction

Number of copies sold:

15,000

The Little Black Dress. And Other Stories

Original title: La petite robe noire. Et autres textes

Synopsis

The Little Black Dress by Françoise Sagan is a charming text that explores themes of love, memory, and the passage of time.

The story revolves around a young woman who inherits her grandmother’s iconic little black dress, a garment imbued with a sense of elegance, mystery, and nostalgia. As she dons the dress, she begins to uncover stories from her grandmother’s past, revealing a life filled with passion, glamour, and heartbreak.

The narrative weaves together the young woman’s present-day experiences with glimpses of her grandmother’s vibrant past, offering a meditation on the transformative power of fashion and the emotions tied to it. Sagan’s signature wit and lyrical prose shine, making this a delightful exploration of the connections between generations and the enduring allure of a timeless piece of clothing.

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