{"product_id":"the-marilyn-monroe-century","title":"THE MARILYN MONROE CENTURY","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Marilyn Monroe Century\u003c\/em\u003e is a lavishly produced tribute to Marilyn Monroe on her 100th birthday (June 1, 2026), and features a lenticular cover that brings an iconic moment to life, showing the legendary starlet in motion. Featuring rare photographs by \u003cstrong\u003eBruno Bernard\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as \"Bernard of Hollywood\") that have never been publicly released, the book traces the emotional and artistic evolution of Norma Jeane Mortenson into \u003cem\u003eMarilyn Monroe\u003c\/em\u003e.\n\nMore than a collection of photographs, \u003cem\u003eThe Marilyn Monroe Century\u003c\/em\u003e unfolds as a cinematic narrative. Bernard was the only photographer who witnessed and helped shape the full arc of Norma Jeane's metamorphosis into Marilyn Monroe. Authors \u003cstrong\u003eJoshua John Miller\u003c\/strong\u003e, Bernard's grandson, and \u003cstrong\u003eMark A. Fortin\u003c\/strong\u003e open Bernard's archive for the first time to reveal the story of a lost friendship, of the appeal of fame and the drive to create the everlasting image of this American Dream.\n\nIn 1999, The Museum of Modern Art declared Bernard's legendary photograph, \"Marilyn in White\" ― capturing Monroe on the 20th Century Fox backlot during the production of \u003cem\u003eThe Seven Year Itch\u003c\/em\u003e, her white dress billowing above a subway grate ― the symbol of the century. This single image defined 1950s Hollywood glamour and continues to echo across pop culture in songs, films, artwork, and more today. Appearing inset on this book's beautiful clothbound cover, a lenticular print recreates this famous moment ― the sudden lift of Monroe's skirt, which shifts as the book is tilted up and down.\n\nBernard was not simply the creator of this iconic image; his role in Marilyn's life was far more profound. A bond forged early in her career sparked an intimate dialogue between a young woman discovering herself and the photographer who recognized her potential long before the world did. His photographs and diary entries reveal a Marilyn rarely seen: playful, thoughtful, ambitious, and fully aware of the persona she was creating for herself.\n\nJoshua John Miller and Mark A. Fortin tell the family story behind the myth of Marilyn, through Bernard's personal diaries and previously unpublished correspondence, as well as memories and personal perspectives. They chronicle the complex friendship between two outsiders who found solace in one another.\n\nPersonal writings from Bernard, commentary from contemporary Hollywood voices, including Academy Award–winning director \u003cstrong\u003eSean Baker\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a foreword by actress, activist, and filmmaker \u003cstrong\u003eRose McGowan\u003c\/strong\u003e bring new emotional context to Marilyn's journey, presenting the woman behind the icon in an unprecedented way.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thames \u0026 Hudson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59643929329950,"sku":"MARMCH","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/0684\/7006\/files\/marmch-marilyn-monroe-century.jpg?v=1784522593","url":"https:\/\/shop.budsartbooks.com\/products\/the-marilyn-monroe-century","provider":"Bud's Art Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}