CHANEL 'A Woman of her own' softcover book. VINTAGE ♡ In good used condition, no missing pages or writing. ♡ Wonderful table or display book. ♡ Published 1990, 388 pages. 32 Pages of photos / illustrations Chanel. The name alone evokes fashion and perfume, emancipation, and allure. In this revealing, intimate biography, Axel Madsen brings to life Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel, who was born an illegitimate pauper and rose to become the reigning queen of fashion who revolutionized women's styles forever. Authur Axel Madsen, the biographer of such icons as John Jacob Astor, Jacques Cousteau, and John Huston, presents the life and legend of French fashion designer Coco Chanel.