Hope : entertainer of the century
Title:
Hope : entertainer of the century
Author:
Zoglin, Richard.
Personal Author:
Edition:
First Simon & Schuster hardcover edition.
Publication Information:
New York : Simon & Schuster, 2014.
Physical Description:
viii, 565 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations ; 24 cm
Summary:
Draws on exclusive reporting to honor Bob Hope's top-rated successes while discussing such topics as his secret first marriage, stint in reform school and ambivalent relationships with fellow stars.
Language:
English
Contents:
The making of an entertainer. Opening ; Vaudeville ; Broadway -- Inventing comedy. Hollywood ; Actor -- Finding a mission. War ; Peace -- Inventing stardom. Television ; Ambassador ; King -- Losing his grip. Patriot ; Partisan -- Ensuring the legacy. Restoration ; Legend.
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ISBN:
9781439140277
Format :
Book
