21st Century Publishers
Will Rogers, performer; an illustrated biography with a filmography, rev. ed.
Will Rogers couldn't help but be America's most well-known celebrity of the early 20th century. An actor, stage performer, writer, airman, roper, and humorist, Rogers or his image seemed to be everywhere. While this book is yet another contribution to the large body of literature about Rogers, it affectionately focuses on his years as a performer. His years in vaudeville and the Ziegfeld Follies, and his years in front of a movie camera are documented in a text enhanced by numerous anecdotes and photographs. A thorough filmography is included. This book was first published in 1999 (McFarland & Co.) and has been expanded and revised for this paperbound edition. The authors are a husband-wife team with a personal interest in their subject and strong writing and research skills. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
