The Dutch Girl Audrey Hepburn and World War II by Robert Matzen

The Dutch Girl, Audrey Hepburn and World War II by Robert Matzen

Fascinating on so many levels.  On the most shallow level, the impact of war time starvation and hunger on her face.  As a child, she had a full face. After the war, her face was much slimmer and the focus of her big and beautiful eyes were so much more prominent.

After reading the novel, I yearn to learn more about the Netherlands and Holland.  I am curious about the reclamation of the land and the civil engineering involved. I am also interested in the culture and economy of that region.  I know so little about it.

Of course, the obvious.  I now want to see all her movies.  I am also intrigued about that period of time during World War 2.  Vinnie and I watched this clip:

The Netherlands and World War II

Here are some awesome Audrey Hepburn quotes:

Paris is always a good idea.

Nothing is impossible, the word itself says 'I'm possible'!

For beautiful eyes, look for the good in others; for beautiful lips, speak only words of kindness; and for poise, walk with the knowledge that you are never alone.

The best thing to hold onto in life is each other.

The most important thing is to enjoy your life - to be happy - it's all that matters.

As you grow older, you will discover that you have two hands, one for helping yourself, the other for helping others.

The beauty of a woman must be seen from in her eyes, because that is the doorway to her heart, the place where love resides.

I was born with an enormous need for affection, and a terrible need to give it.

People, even more than things, have to be restored, renewed, revived, reclaimed, and redeemed; never throw out anyone.

If I’m honest I have to tell you I still read fairy-tales and I like them best of all