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Bunny Mellon (1909‑2014) was a celebrated American aristocrat, philanthropist, and fashion icon whose influence spanned politics, diplomacy, art, and gardening. As a close confidante of President John F. Kennedy, she designed the White House Rose Garden, a testament to her horticultural vision. The biography, written by Meryl Gordon, draws on extensive family archives—letters, diaries, and appointment calendars—and interviews with more than 175 individuals to chronicle Mellon’s 103‑year life, her quiet public presence, and her enduring legacy in 20th‑century American history.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Political Biography
Authors: Meryl Gordon
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