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Citizen Kim: The Untold Story of a Mogul's Ascent
7 May
Summary
- A new biography explores Kim Kardashian's surprising intelligence and resourcefulness.
- Kardashian's near-death experience in 2016 inspired her law school aspirations.
- The book details her journey from socialite to influential entrepreneur and advocate.
A new biography, 'Citizen Kim: The Woman Who Created the Future,' by Jonathan Van Meter, offers an in-depth exploration of Kim Kardashian's life and career. Meter, who conducted interviews with Kardashian and her associates, was inspired to write the book after realizing the stark contrast between public perception and reality.
The biography promises an intimate account of the influential icon, detailing her ascent from a friend of Paris Hilton to a self-made mogul. It examines her business acumen, fashion influence, and her role as an advocate for criminal justice reform, challenging her often-dismissed public persona.
Meter highlights Kardashian's resourcefulness and intuitive nature, seeking to tell the story of her origins and what her rise signifies about the modern world. The book also touches upon significant life events, including how a 2016 armed robbery motivated Kardashian to pursue a legal career, aiming to dedicate herself to law in the future.
'Citizen Kim' also explores her family life, including her role in reality television shows with her sisters and mother. Additionally, it touches upon her entrepreneurial ventures, such as the clothing line Skims, and her role as a mother to her four children with ex-husband Kanye West.