Synopses & Reviews
Though chiefly remembered as the dance partner of Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers had many other significant achievements in the entertainment world. She was a dancer, singer, comedienne, and Academy Award winning dramatic actress, as well as the highest paid Hollywood star in 1942. Miss Faris provides a detailed record of Ginger Roger's life and career, painting a picture of her as one of the most versatile performers in the United States.
The volume begins with a short biography of Ginger Rogers, along with a succinct chronology of the major events in her life and career. These portions of the book provide a context for the chapters that follow, which contain annotated entries for her stage, film, radio, and television performances. The entries provide production information and cast listings, along with excerpts from reviews and critical commentaries. An extensive annotated bibliography lists books, magazine and newspaper articles, and movie trade publications that provide further information about Ginger Rogers's fascinating career.
Review
This serves as an excellent research guide to the life of and work about Ginger Rogers, one of America's premiere entertainers. Recommended for collections supporting research on 20th century American entertainers.Reference Book Review
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...useful both as a general introduction to Rogers and for the researcher needing more in-depth information about her. It is a good purchase for public libraries and comprehensive film and television collections.ARBA 95
Synopsis
Provides a short biography and detailed record of the career of Ginger Rogers.
Synopsis
Ginger Rogers had a versatile and successful career as a dancer, singer, comedienne, and Academy Award winning dramatic actress. Here is a detailed guide to her many accomplishments in the entertainment world. Though she is remembered chiefly as the dance partner of Fred Astaire, her work spanned a number of media and she was one of the most famous actresses in the United States. Faris provides detailed information on all of her performances.
Synopsis
Filmography: p. [35]-157.
Discography: p. [183]-198.
About the Author
JOCELYN FARIS is an electronics engineer for a major telecommunications company.