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The product of a lifetime immersed in the literary, performing arts, and entertainment worlds, Robert Gottlieb'sLives and Letters spotlights the work, careers, intimate lives, and lasting achievements of a vast array of celebrated writers and performers in film, theater, and dance, and some of the more curious iconic public figures of our times.From the world of literature, Charles Dickens, James Thurber, Judith Krantz, John Steinbeck, and Rudyard Kipling; the controversies surrounding Bruno Bettelheim and Elia Kazan; and Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings and her editor, Maxwell Perkins.From dance and theater, Isadora Duncan and Margot Fonteyn, Serge Diaghilev and George Balanchine, Sarah Bernhardt and Eleonora Duse.In Hollywood, Bing Crosby and Judy Garland, Douglas Fairbanks and Lillian Gish, Tallulah Bankhead and Katharine Hepburn, Mae West and Anna May Wong.In New York, Diana Vreeland, the Trumps, and Gottlieb's own take on the contretemps that followed his replacing William Shawn at The New Yorker.And so much more . . .
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- Q: What is 'Lives and Letters' about? A: 'Lives and Letters' by Robert Gottlieb explores the lives and careers of notable writers, performers, and public figures, highlighting their contributions to literature, theater, and dance.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Lives and Letters'? A: The author of 'Lives and Letters' is Robert Gottlieb, a prominent figure in the literary and performing arts.
- Q: What is the page count of 'Lives and Letters'? A: 'Lives and Letters' contains 448 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Lives and Letters' have? A: 'Lives and Letters' is available in a hardcover binding, which provides durability and a premium feel.
- Q: When was 'Lives and Letters' published? A: 'Lives and Letters' was published on April 26, 2011.
- Q: Is 'Lives and Letters' in new condition? A: Yes, 'Lives and Letters' is in new condition.
- Q: What edition of 'Lives and Letters' is available? A: 'Lives and Letters' is available in an illustrated edition.
- Q: What topics does 'Lives and Letters' cover? A: 'Lives and Letters' covers a range of topics, including the works and lives of authors like Charles Dickens and John Steinbeck, as well as figures in dance and theater such as Isadora Duncan.
- Q: Can I gift 'Lives and Letters' to someone? A: Yes, 'Lives and Letters' makes a thoughtful gift for anyone interested in literature and the performing arts.
- Q: What is the target audience for 'Lives and Letters'? A: 'Lives and Letters' appeals to readers interested in literary history, performing arts, and biographies of influential figures.