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Josephine Baker: The Hungry Heart
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Based On Twenty Years Of Research And Thousands Of Interviews, This Authoritative Biography Of Performer Josephine Baker (19061975) Provides A Candid Look At Her Tempestuous Life. Born Into Poverty In St. Louis, The Uninhibited Chorus Girl Became The Sensation Of Europe And The Last Century'S First Black Sex Symbol. A Heroine Of The French Resistance In World War Ii, She Entranced Figures As Diverse As De Gaulle, Tito, Castro, Princess Grace, Two Popes, And Martin Luther King, Jr.Yet Josephine Was Also, As One Critic Put It, A Monster Who Made Joan Crawford Look Like The Virgin Mary. Jeanclaude Baker'S Book Also Reveals Her Outbursts That Resulted In Lasting Feuds, Her Imperious Treatment Of Family And Entourage Members, And Her Ambivalent Attitudes Concerning Her Ethnic Background.Reconciling Josephine'S Many Personasjazzage Icon, National Hero Of France, Proponent Of Civil Rights, Mother Of Children From Across The Globejosephine: The Hungry Heart Gives Readers The Inside Story On A Star Unlike Any Other Before Or Since.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Josephine Baker: The Hungry Heart' about? A: 'Josephine Baker: The Hungry Heart' is an authoritative biography that explores the life of performer Josephine Baker, detailing her rise from poverty in St. Louis to becoming a sensation in Europe and a prominent figure in the Civil Rights movement.
- Q: Who is the author of this biography? A: The biography is written by Jean-Claude Baker, who offers a comprehensive account based on extensive research and countless interviews.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include Josephine Baker's complex identity, her contributions to the French Resistance during World War II, her role as a cultural icon, and her relationships with notable historical figures.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Josephine Baker: The Hungry Heart' contains 592 pages, providing an in-depth look at Baker's life.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on July 30, 2001.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the First Edition of 'Josephine Baker: The Hungry Heart'.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition, ensuring a fresh reading experience.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: 'Josephine Baker: The Hungry Heart' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is there any specific audience this book is intended for? A: The book is suitable for readers interested in biographies, cultural history, and the life of Josephine Baker, as well as those studying the evolution of civil rights and performance arts.
- Q: Does the book include any illustrations or photographs? A: The product details do not specify the inclusion of illustrations or photographs, focusing instead on the written account of Josephine Baker's life.