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The destiny of Brooke Astor, the endearing philanthropist with the storied name, has made worldwide headlines since her grandson Philip sued his dad in 2006, alleging mistreatment of Brooke. And shortly after her death in 2007, Anthony Marshall, Mrs. Astor's only child, was indicted on charges of looting her house. Seldom has there been a tale with this interesting heroine, conjuring up a world so nearly neglected: a realm of luxurious wealth and secrets of the sort that have involved Americans from the age of Edith Wharton to the more recent times of Truman Capote and Vanity Good. New York journalist Meryl Gordon has interviewed not only the elite of Brooke Astor's social group but also the top personnel who cosseted and cared for Mrs. Astor during her declining years. The effect is the behind-the-headlines tale of the Astor empire's unraveling, filled up with never-before-reported scenes. This powerful, poignant saga requires the listener inside the gilded gates of American dynasty to tell of three generations' worth of longing and overlooked opportunities. Even in this territory of privilege, no riches can put things right once they are torn asunder. Here's an American epic of the bonds of money, morality, and social position.

Category: Rich & Famous