
A quick summary
The House of Gucci: A Sensational Story of Murder, Madness, Glamour, and Greed is a book by Sara Gay Forden that tells the story of the Gucci fashion empire. It begins with the story of founder Guccio Gucci and his rise to success in Florence, Italy in the early 1900s, and follows through to the modern-day Gucci family and their tumultuous history. It details the family's long-standing feuds, their indulgences, their secrets, and the corruption that took place within the company. The book also covers the high-profile murder of Maurizio Gucci, former CEO of the company, and the trial of his ex-wife Patrizia Reggiani, who was found guilty of orchestrating the crime. The House of Gucci provides an in-depth look into the behind-the-scenes drama of one of the world's most iconic fashion houses.