“Judging by the vast amount of cookbooks printed and sold in the United States one would think the American woman a fanatical cook. She isn't.”
Quote by Marlene Dietrich
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Marlene Dietrich's ABC: Wit, Wisdom, & Recipes
This book is a compilation of personal anecdotes, culinary recipes, and philosophical musings by the celebrated actress and singer Marlene Dietrich. It offers a glimpse into her life, her thoughts, and her culinary preferences. more
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Marlene Dietrich
German actress known for her distinctive voice and sensual image. She starred in classic films such as 'The Blue Angel' and 'Shanghai Express', and became an international film star in the 1940s. more
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“The air and the sky seem to have been freshly washed and polished, and the people too.”
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“Soft drinks: The gooey, bubbly sea drowning our American children.”
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“Habit: Often mistaken for love.”
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“You can't live without illusions, even if you must fight for them.”
“[On Las Vegas:] I love that town. No clocks. No locks. No restrictions.”
Source: Marlene Dietrich's ABC.
“Being in the depths of sadness is just as important an experience as being exuberantly happy.”
“People have a negative impression of New York that I don't think is quite fair.”