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She Always Knew How: Mae West: A Personal Biography (Applause Books)
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Actress, Playwright, Screenwriter, And Iconic Sex Symbol Mae West (18931980) Created A Scandal And A Sensation On Broadway With Her Play Sex In 1926. Convicted Of Obscenity, She Was Sentenced To Ten Days In Prison. She Went To Jail A Convict But Emerged A Star. Later, In Hollywood, She Was The Number One Boxoffice Attraction During The 1930S And Saved Paramount Studios From Bankruptcy. Her Films Included Some Notorious Oneliners Which She Wrote Herself That Have Become Part Of Hollywood Lore. But Behind The Clever Quips Was Mae'S Deep Desire, Decades Before The Word Feminism Was In The News, To See Women Treated Equally With Men. She Saw Through The Double Standard Of The Time That Permitted Men To Do Things That Women Would Be Ruined For Doing. Her Cause Was Sexual Equality, And She Was Shrewd Enough To Know That It Was Perhaps The Ultimate Battleground.In She Always Knew How, Charlotte Chandler Draws On A Series Of Extensive Interviews That She Conducted With Mae West Just Months Before The Star'S Death. Chandler Also Spoke With Actors And Directors Who Knew And Worked With Mae, The Man With Whom She Lived For The Last Twentyseven Years Of Her Life, And Her Close Assistant. Their Insights Enrich This Fascinating Book.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'She Always Knew How: Mae West: A Personal Biography'? A: The book focuses on the life and career of Mae West, highlighting her contributions as an actress, playwright, and advocate for sexual equality, based on interviews conducted by Charlotte Chandler.
- Q: Who is the author of this biography? A: The author of the biography is Charlotte Chandler, who conducted extensive interviews with Mae West just before her death.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 350 pages.
- Q: When was 'She Always Knew How' published? A: The book was published on March 1, 2010.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed in 'Very Good' condition, indicating minimal wear and good quality.
- Q: Is this book illustrated? A: Yes, this edition of the book is illustrated.
- Q: What themes does Mae West explore in her life as described in the book? A: The book explores themes of sexual equality, feminism, and the challenges Mae West faced as a woman in the entertainment industry during her time.
- Q: What can readers expect from the interviews included in the book? A: Readers can expect rich insights from extensive interviews with Mae West, as well as perspectives from actors, directors, and those close to her.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in theater history? A: Yes, this book is suitable for anyone interested in theater history, particularly regarding the impact of Mae West on Broadway and Hollywood.