Woman at War : Marlene Dietrich Remembered by J. David Riva (2006, Hardcover)

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PublisherWayne State University Press
ISBN-100814332498
ISBN-139780814332498
eBay Product ID (ePID)50867575

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Book TitleWoman at War : Marlene Dietrich Remembered
Number of Pages208 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicEntertainment & Performing Arts
Publication Year2006
IllustratorYes
GenreBiography & Autobiography
AuthorJ. David Riva
Book SeriesPainted Turtle Ser.
FormatHardcover

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Item Height0.9 in
Item Weight58.7 Oz
Item Length11.3 in
Item Width11.3 in

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Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2005-034962
TitleLeadingA
Dewey Edition22
Dewey Decimal791.4302/8092 B
SynopsisAn unprecedented look at the life of cultural icon Marlene Dietrich that brings together firsthand accounts, remembrances, and anecdotes with pictorial and historical documentation., Marlene Dietrich's conflicted personal journey from Berliner to American soldier during World War II is as intense as any role she played on-screen and perhaps accounts for her ability to inspire so many through drama and song. In this collection of interviews and photographs, the many facets of Dietrich's personality and of her life during World War II are recounted by those whose lives she touched, including, Burt Bacharach, Cher, Hildegard Knef, and Maria Riva. Together with extensive historical documentation, these interviews help readers understand Dietrich's inner struggles and private motivation as well as her political and social legacy. Each interview affords the reader a mini-documentary of the time period when that individual first came into contact with the actress. From the front lines of battle to concert halls, from film studios to Dietrich's kitchen, we see her in many environments and gain a perspective on her character, political views, & taste for nonconformity., Marlene Dietrich's conflicted personal journey from Berliner to American soldier during World War II is as intense as any role she played on-screen and perhaps accounts for her ability to inspire so many through drama and song. In this collection of interviews and photographs, the many facets of Dietrich's personality and of her life during World War II are recounted by those whose lives she touched, including Rosemary Clooney, Burt Bacharach, Cher, Hildegard Knef, and Maria Riva. Together with extensive historical documentation, these interviews help readers understand Dietrich's inner struggles and private motivation as well as her political and social legacy. Each interview affords the reader a "mini-documentary" of the time period when that individual first came into contact with the actress. From the front lines of battle to concert halls, from film studios to Dietrich's kitchen, we see her in many environments and gain a perspective on her character, political views, and taste for nonconformity. In stories recounted by American GI's, studio heads, Nazi hunters, and fellow entertainers she publicly decries Nazism, helps a military journalist's career, sings a German lullaby for an Israeli audience, and cooks a steak for a young songwriter. Many photos are included to bring the interviews to life. A Woman at War makes for not only an in-depth experience of Dietrich's turbulent life and times but also for a fascinating journey into the lives of those whom she encountered along the way, many in the midst of world conflict, love affairs, and political intrigue.
LC Classification NumberPN2658.D5R57 2006

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