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The Enchanting Life of Gladys Deacon, Duchess of Marlborough

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The Early Years of a Socialite

Gladys Deacon was born into a wealthy American family in Paris on October 26, 1881. She spent her childhood in Newport, Rhode Island, where she grew up surrounded by the elite and glamorous world of high society. Known for her beauty, aristocratic bearing, and intelligence, Gladys captivated all who crossed her path.

The Sphinx: The Life of Gladys Deacon Duchess of Marlborough
The Sphinx: The Life of Gladys Deacon – Duchess of Marlborough
by Hugo Vickers

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Language : English
File size : 4888 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 370 pages
X-Ray : Enabled
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From New York to London: A Transatlantic Socialite

In 1909, Gladys married Harry Lehr, a wealthy New York socialite. They divided their time between New York City and London, where Gladys became a leading figure in both social scenes. She was known for her opulent parties, her impeccable taste in fashion, and her patronage of the arts.

Gladys Deacon With Her First Husband, Harry Lehr The Sphinx: The Life Of Gladys Deacon Duchess Of Marlborough
Gladys Deacon and Harry Lehr enjoying a night out in New York City.

A Duchess in the Making

After her divorce from Lehr in 1913, Gladys married the Duke of Marlborough, one of the most powerful and wealthiest aristocrats in England. As the Duchess of Marlborough, she became a prominent member of British society and a fixture in the royal court.

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A Passion for the Arts

Throughout her life, Gladys Deacon had a deep passion for the arts. She was a renowned art collector, acquiring works by Monet, Renoir, and Degas. She was also a patron of theater and dance, supporting contemporary artists and performers.

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Gladys Deacon with Claude Monet in his garden at Giverny.

The Mysterious Disappearance

In 1935, Gladys Deacon mysteriously disappeared. She was last seen in London, where she had allegedly become infatuated with a younger man. Her disappearance sparked widespread speculation and remains a mystery to this day.

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A Legacy of Glamour and Intrigue

The life of Gladys Deacon, Duchess of Marlborough, was a whirlwind of glamour, intrigue, and mystery. She was a socialite, a muse, an art collector, and a patron of the arts. Her legacy lives on in the stories of her opulent parties, her enigmatic disappearance, and her enduring passion for beauty and adventure.

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A portrait of Gladys Deacon in her later years.

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The Sphinx: The Life of Gladys Deacon Duchess of Marlborough
The Sphinx: The Life of Gladys Deacon – Duchess of Marlborough
by Hugo Vickers

4.1 out of 5

Language : English
File size : 4888 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 370 pages
X-Ray : Enabled
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