Gigi: Colette

`He must know by now, I should think, that I can give as good as I get!`

This is the story of Gigi, educated as a future courtesan in Paris, her days are filled with cigars, lobster, lace and superstitions. Bored and unconvinced by what she`s taught, Gigi surprises everyone with her earnest approach to love.
In this classic turn-of-the-century novella, Colette unveils Gigi`s journey into womanhood in rich and supple prose.

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