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by Gerold Frank (Author) "WITH A CERTAIN POETIC JUSTICE that Judy Garland, given her delicious sense of irony, would have found marvelously appropriate, this book about her and her..." (more)

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Paperback: 704 pages
Publisher: Da Capo Press Inc; New edition edition (16 April 1999)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0306808943
ISBN-13: 978-0306808944
Product Dimensions: 21.2 x 14 x 4.8 cm

Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)

Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 1,003,251 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Based on over 200 interviews and full access to her personal papers, letters, contracts, and photos, as well as the complete cooperation of her children, husbands, relatives, doctors, fellow actors, and directors, this biography explores with candor and empathy the tempestuous, theatrical life of Judy Garland (19221969). Here, in all her glory and turmoil, is the singer-actress whose performances in films like The Wizard of Oz, Meet Me in St. Louis, A Star Is Born, and on concert tours enthralled audiences, a woman whose brazen and tender voice continues to captivate listeners decades after her death at age forty-seven.

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WITH A CERTAIN POETIC JUSTICE that Judy Garland, given her delicious sense of irony, would have found marvelously appropriate, this book about her and her extraordinary life begins with the adventures of a doctor. Read the first page

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5.0 out of 5 stars A roller-coaster ride of emotional highs and lows, 19 Aug 1999

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After reading this massive epic, I immediately dusted off my Garland video to watch the magic come alive on the screen. But for all the images captured for posterity, it was the sheer magnetism of Frank's writing that, for me, portrayed the emotional highs and lows of one extraordinary woman's very public private life. I actually felt the emotions. I laughed. I cried. I cringed. At times, not even believing some of the things written (although his research was meticulous, so much so, that I began to think he had been brought up with Baby Gumm and had followed her around like a shadow for the rest of her life). I consider that there are only two other major Garland books worth reading. Anne Edwards and David Shipman. In comparison, Frank's book is the more illuminating. But it is the sheer power of his narrative that compells the reader to carry on reading, to follow the roller-coaster ride that she started with 'Wizard of Oz' until the ultimate tragedy of watching a star burn itself out. One almost wishes for a sequel.

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5.0 out of 5 stars The first "serious" book on Judy Garland's life and career, 21 Mar 1999

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I'm presuming that this is a re-issue of the original hardcover book, "Judy", written by Mr. Frank in 1975.A comprehensive, in-depth and compelling look at her life, which answered many questions for this reader. A book which I'm sure became a reference point for some of those which were to come. An enjoyable read.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Captivating !, 6 Nov 2002

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I found this book so captivating it was hard to put it down. I became completed immersed in this account of a turbulent life, with many ups but more downs, sometimes humoristic, but often tragic. The author has gone to great lengths to be as accurate as possible in telling his story. One must admire Garland for the unbelievable talent she had, but what a tragic life to lead... Garland made choices the reader would never agree with, yet one can't help feeling sympathy for her. A must for Garland fans.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Definitive,fair and in depth views on an entertainment Icon.
For comparison,& to prove Frank's opinions from 1975, read "Me & My Shadows",(1998) by Lorna Luft, lesser known daughter who is on a musical tribute tour... Read more

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