Best picasso biography book

See eight essential books to read about Pablo Picasso, from a four-volume biography to Françoise Gilot's memoir of their relationship. A Life of Picasso: The Triumphant Years, (Vol 3) by John Richardson From his earliest creative years, Picasso’s circle reads like a pantheon of 20th century artistic greats. Anecdotes from his life could fill entire book tomes, and indeed, John Richardson’s magisterial biography runs to four volumes, and ends with World War II (Picasso died in ) “As I get older and older. Early years First steps Professional growth Public recognition Peak period Later years Public interest Professional activity Media attention
Hi all, what are, in your opinion, the best books about his biography and art? I am looking for something that goes into detail about his trajectory as an artist but also as an emotionally complicated person. Something that takes a deep dive into his style and technique, and analyses how his life influenced his art. Thank you!.