Publisher Description

An Account of one Woman's Courage, Caring, and Generosity in the Face of the Inhumane

Brigitte Bardot-a global icon of French cinema-has used her fame to give a voice to those who cannot speak for themselves. Leaving the spotlight of stardom, she has dedicated her time and fortune to promoting the welfare of animals, both domestic and wild, around the world.

Over the past forty years, Bardot has evolved from an international film icon of the glamorous sixties to an icon of that of a crusader for animal rights, forming her own foundation and meeting with leaders from around the world and lobbying for legislation to protect animals. In this poignant memoir, she uncovers the struggles of her decades-long battle-detailing the too few victories and the heartbreaking defeats-andrevealing herself as never before seen through her reflections about nature, herself as a superstar, and the passion that has driven her away from glamour of her previous fame toward the humble calling of serving others.

Author Biography

Brigitte Bardot starred in her first role in Crazy for Love in 1952, and gained international recognition for her role in the 1957 film And God Created Woman. Retiring from film at the age of thirty-nine in 1973, she has since dedicated her life to campaigning for the protection of animals through her foundation. She currently lives in France.

Review

"One of the first megastars to speak up about the importance of helping animals."--Ingrid Newkirk, President, PETA

"A sincere, moving, true book. "-- Franz-Oliver Geisbert, journalist for La Provence (France)

"Unapologetic. . . . An impassioned plea for humanity to evolve toward what the author describes as 'one of its greatest qualities: mercy.'" --Kirkus Reviews

"A critical commentary regarding the justifications for the domination [of animals] in contemporary society." --Livres Hebdo

"The star who gave up her career to fight against abuse. . . . a myth and a social phenomenon." -- Paris Match

"Tears of Battle is a tender adagio of attrition which nevertheless emanates a force that wavers towards the future." --Nice-Matin

"In her new book . . . the icon of French cinema Brigitte Bardot tells of her fight for the animals, who 'saved' her from the dizziness of the lime-lights, and pleads for 'a common future' for all living things."-- Agence France Presse

"The most famous actress of French cinema . . . on what was the great fight of her life." -- Le Monde

"A rebel . . . that age has not calmed." --L'Express, Best Book Sales in France

"In Tears of Battle, [Bardot] reveals as never before her fights which caused a sensation." -- La Provence

"At once very honest, modest, and full of sincerity. It is an essential book." -- Le Petit Journal

"Brigitte Bardot shares with us some great moments of her life as an independent woman. In Tears of Battle, she explores her own animal nature that made her revolt against animal cruelty." -- Femitude

"Uncompromising." -- ICI Paris

"A captivating testimony. . . . This book gives a closer look at the life of B.B., not the star adulated, but the other: the lover, the protector of animals, she who works tirelessly so that wherever they are on earth, these sentient beings are a little better treated." --Tele Star Jeux

"A fascinating, balanced memoir. . . . These confessions have the force of the upmost frankness." --L'Abeille 54

"For the first time, B. B. explores her wild, gentle, and ferocious nature, explaining the inspirations behind the choices that marked her life. Instinctive, free, and moving, she goes back on her experience as a star, her daily life in contact with her animal companions, and her struggle on their behalf. . . . At 83, she's shedding tears from her battles and wondered about the impact her nearly half-a-century of activism has had."--L'info-journal, Fondation Brigitte Bardot

"She was a sex symbol, a legend, an epic personality . . . [and] a woman of heart, mobilized daily for our animals. And that's not cinema."--Midi Libre 

Review Quote

"One of the first megastars to speak up about the importance of helping animals."--Ingrid Newkirk, President, PETA "A sincere, moving, true book. "-- Franz-Oliver Geisbert, journalist for La Provence (France) "Unapologetic. . . . An impassioned plea for humanity to evolve toward what the author describes as 'one of its greatest qualities: mercy.'" -- Kirkus Reviews "A critical commentary regarding the justifications for the domination [of animals] in contemporary society." -- Livres Hebdo " The star who gave up her career to fight against abuse. . . . a myth and a social phenomenon." -- Paris Match " Tears of Battle is a tender adagio of attrition which nevertheless emanates a force that wavers towards the future." -- Nice-Matin "In her new book . . . the icon of French cinema Brigitte Bardot tells of her fight for the animals, who 'saved' her from the dizziness of the lime-lights, and pleads for 'a common future' for all living things."-- Agence France Presse "The most famous actress of French cinema . . . on what was the great fight of her life." -- Le Monde "A rebel . . . that age has not calmed." -- L'Express , Best Book Sales in France "In Tears of Battle , [Bardot] reveals as never before her fights which caused a sensation." -- La Provence "At once very honest, modest, and full of sincerity. It is an essential book." -- Le Petit Journal " Brigitte Bardot shares with us some great moments of her life as an independent woman. In Tears of Battle , she explores her own animal nature that made her revolt against animal cruelty." -- Femitude "Uncompromising." -- ICI Paris " A captivating testimony. . . . This book gives a closer look at the life of B.B., not the star adulated, but the other: the lover, the protector of animals, she who works tirelessly so that wherever they are on earth, these sentient beings are a little better treated." -- Tele Star Jeux "A fascinating, balanced memoir. . . . These confessions have the force of the upmost frankness." -- L ' Abeille 54 "For the first time, B. B. explores her wild, gentle, and ferocious nature, explaining the inspirations behind the choices that marked her life. Instinctive, free, and moving, she goes back on her experience as a star, her daily life in contact with her animal companions, and her struggle on their behalf. . . . At 83, she's shedding tears from her battles and wondered about the impact her nearly half-a-century of activism has had."-- L'info-journal, Fondation Brigitte Bardot "She was a sex symbol, a legend, an epic personality . . . [and] a woman of heart, mobilized daily for our animals. And that's not cinema."-- Midi Libre

Description for Sales People

First English edition There are about 3,500 brick-and-mortar shelters and 10,000 rescue groups in the US. We will target animals shelters and organizations to help promote the US publication, including the ASPCA, The Humane Society, and Best Friends Animal Society. With SeaWorld announcing the end of their orca program, Ringling Bros. retiring their elephants, and the incidents of Harambe the gorilla and Cecil the lion still fresh, this book is a timely reflection of the progress already made for all animals as told by a pioneer of the movement, as well as how far we still need to go. Author is a famed actress and still active, through her Brigitte Bardot Foundation, in the fight to protect animals. She regularly corresponds to French politicians and international leaders to lobby for the cause. With new preface by the author for English edition

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