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Joe Farrell, Joe Farley, and Lawrence Knorr have combed New York and Pennsylvania for the gravesites and biographies of some of our most interesting and accomplished authors, musicians, actors, and entertainers. Included in this volume are:
• Nick Adams "Johnny Yuma Was a Rebel"
• Lucille Ball "We All Love Lucy"
• John Barrymore "The Great Profile"
• Nellie Bly "Lonely Orphan Girl"
• Harry Chapin "What Made America Famous"
• Porky Chedwick...
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A brand-new Guinness World Records book for kids! Awesome Entertainers! is the ultimate book of jaw-dropping performances, from the circus to the stage and beyond. Meet the world's youngest professional drummer, the comedian who performed the longest stand-up show, the magician who escaped from the most handcuffs in 24 hours, and many more amazing acts whose superstar exploits and captivating talents have earned them a Guinness World Records title....
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Imagine a world in which gospel, the blues, jazz, R&B, and rock 'n' roll didn't exist. These indigenous American musical forms are the product of, and a moving expression of the African American experience. Musical geniuses and innovators like Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, Bessie Smith, B. B. King, and Jimi Hendrix turned individual and collective histories of suffering and injustice into soul-stirring, monumental art that shattered boundaries,...
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In keeping with its reputation for size and spectacle, Texas has produced a staggering number of stars. Although many hailed from towns too small to have a post office, they occupied the spotlight on the largest of stages. Roger Miller's songs made him the "King of the Road," and Howard Hughes stretched his vision across the skies of the silver screen. Gene Autry won fame as a singing cowboy and Van Cliburn wore a tuxedo to international piano competitions,...
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Treasure State stars Gary Cooper and Myrna Loy found unparalleled success during the Golden Age of Hollywood. For more than a century, Montana has supplied a rich vein of entertainment and personality--from daredevils to dancers and even mimes. Born in Miles City in 1895, comedian Gilbert "Pee Wee" Holmes played sidekick to such stars as Tom Mix. One-time Butte resident Julian Eltinge went on to become America's first famous female impersonator. There...
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This is a collection of true short stories about the casino gaming industry throughout the United States. This is the first book in a trilogy that will focus on the entertainers that have frequented and fascinated with their talents. These stories give you the behind the scenes look into how performances not only enhanced the casinos entertainment experience but also how these performers enriched the communities they performed within. Entertainment...
10) The Magic Life
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"The Magic Life" chronicles the journey of three magician hopefuls: a 17-year-old from Beijing who travels to the U.S. to attend magic school, a 25-year-old trying to make rent by performing on Hollywood Blvd for tips, and a 32-year-old New York University MBA graduate who moves to Los Angeles to perform at the world famous Magic Castle. The film depicts the challenges of following an unconventional career path. Forget about parents, family, or friends...
11) Love, Marilyn
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Of all the stars in Hollywood's history, no one had a more potent mix of glamor and tragedy than Marilyn Monroe. Through performed readings of her personal papers, this film explores the life and personal thoughts of this seminal movie star.
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The life of an entertainer goes beyond the technical training of vocalists or hours spent in the acting studio perfecting dramatic techniques. Entertainment is about holding an audience's attention, and with modern media, the bar is constantly being raised for what will captivate audiences. This collection of biographies details one hundred of the most influential entertainers of all time. It includes the best-known actors, comedians, directors, and...
15) Jimi Hendrix
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Jimi Hendrix is specifically written to meet the needs of adolescents and adults who are reluctant readers. The photographs, maps, and illustrations reflect the text, making the words easy to decode. This high-interest, low-vocabulary biography is ideal for English as a Second Language (ESL) or adult basic education students. Jimi Hendrix, a rock and roll legend, overdosed on pills and alcohol at the age of 27. He grew up in a home with alcoholic...
16) Marilyn Monroe
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Marilyn Monroe is specifically written to meet the needs of adolescents and adults who are reluctant readers. The photographs, maps, and illustrations reflect the text, making the words easy to decode. This high-interest, low-vocabulary biography is ideal for English as a Second Language (ESL) or adult basic education students. Marilyn Monroe is remembered most for her beauty and the controversy around her death. Was it suicide or murder? Marilyn...
17) Bruce Lee
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Bruce Lee is specifically written to meet the needs of adolescents and adults who are reluctant readers. The photographs, maps, and illustrations reflect the text, making the words easy to decode. This high-interest, low-vocabulary biography is ideal for English as a Second Language (ESL) or adult basic education students.
To some, Bruce Lee remains the greatest martial artist of all time. Born in San Francisco, he spent much of his childhood in...
18) Walt Disney
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Walt Disney is specifically written to meet the needs of adolescents and adults who are reluctant readers. The photographs, maps, and illustrations reflect the text, making the words easy to decode. This high-interest, low-vocabulary biography is ideal for English as a Second Language (ESL) or adult basic education students. Walt Disney (1901 - 1966) is a name known around the world. As a boy, Walt Disney delivered newspapers in the early morning...
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This book outlines the lives and achievements of one hundred entertainers and athletes, mostly Americans, who served their nations well, both in times of war and in times of peace. It spans the period from the Spanish American War, 1898, up to 2020, but concentrates most heavily on World War II. The book was initiated in response to an apparent difference noted between the reactions of entertainers and athletes to the events of September 11, 2001,...
20) Amargosa
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In the remote California ghost town of Death Valley Junction (pop 10) stands the Amargosa Opera House, where for the past 33 years former New York dancer and artist Marta Becket has performed her own ballets in the theater she spent seven years handpainting with stunning murals.
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