Catálogo de libros: Biografía: arte y espectáculo

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  • Girl from the Southside
    D. Joseph Benson
    This captivating biography unveils the extraordinary life and career of ballet choreographer Dorothy Percival. From her humble beginnings in Tracy, California, during the Great Depression to her role as a soloist for the Sacramento Ballet, this book traces Percival’s remarkable journey as she defied societal norms to become a trailblazer for women of color in the world of balle...
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    15,08 €

  • Blues All Around Me
    B B King / B. B. King / BBKing / David Ritz
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    16,12 €

  • The Merchant of Venus
    Adriana Thornton-Cornejo / Nancy Thornton Navarro
    'Get ready to be dazzled because 'The Merchant of Venus Book'- it’s a thrilling adventure through the remarkable life of Walter Thornton, the figure in the most iconic photograph of the 1929 Stock Market Crash! Just imagine: beautiful models, Pinup girls, Hollywood stars; Thornton was a true trendsetter.' 'What sets this biography apart is its intimate narration, alternating be...
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    43,96 €

  • The Merchant of Venus
    Adriana Thornton-Cornejo / Nancy Thornton Navarro
    Embark on an extraordinary journey through the life of Walter Thornton, a luminary of the New York City beauty, modeling and advertising scene during the roaring 1920s and beyond. 'The Merchant of Venus: The Life of Walter Thornton' explores deep into the captivating narrative of a man whose legacy transcends time. In a tale as captivating as any Hollywood script, Walter Thornt...
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    47,89 €

  • The Landfill Chronicles - Unearthing Legends of Modern Music
    Dan Ouellette
    Discover the untold stories and intimate moments of music’s greatest legends in Dan Ouellette’s groundbreaking collection, The Landfill Chronicles: Unearthing Legends of Modern Music.Musicians profiled range from jazz greats like Wayne Shorter, Carla Bley, and Wynton Marsalis to rock legends like Lou Reed, David Byrne, and Elvis Costello.For over four decades, Dan Ouellette has...
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    42,96 €

  • The Landfill Chronicles - Unearthing Legends of Modern Music
    Dan Ouellette
    Discover the untold stories and intimate moments of music’s greatest legends in Dan Ouellette’s groundbreaking collection, The Landfill Chronicles: Unearthing Legends of Modern Music.Musicians profiled range from jazz greats like Wayne Shorter, Carla Bley, and Wynton Marsalis to rock legends like Lou Reed, David Byrne, and Elvis Costello.For over four decades, Dan Ouellette has...
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    31,25 €

  • Ashes No More
    Ashley Brooke / Lindsey C McKernan
    In this honest and thoughtful memoir, comedian Ashley Brooke explores the nightmares, apologies, and ruptured relationships that paved her journey of healing and transformation from the broken girl next door to the woman she was always meant to be.From the outside, the house looked like every other house on the street, but the sin living within its walls and the lasting damage ...
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    15,24 €

  • Tuned In - Memoirs of a Piano Man
    Jim Wilson
    'An inviting mix of star-studded encounters and an affirmation of a persevering artistic spirit.' - Kirkus Reviews'A truly fascinating tale by a fascinating man.' - Martin Short'So much more than I expected. ... Highly recommended!' - Ray RomanoTuned In: Memoirs of a Piano Man offers a message of hope to anyone pursuing a dream against the odds. The unique convergence of Jim Wi...
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    30,99 €

  • Tuned In - Memoirs of a Piano Man
    Jim Wilson
    'An inviting mix of star-studded encounters and an affirmation of a persevering artistic spirit.' - Kirkus Reviews'A truly fascinating tale by a fascinating man.' - Martin Short'So much more than I expected. ... Highly recommended!' - Ray RomanoTuned In: Memoirs of a Piano Man offers a message of hope to anyone pursuing a dream against the odds. The unique convergence of Jim Wi...
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    18,55 €

  • The Magic of Light
    Jean Rosenthal / Lael Wertenbaker
    Learn About the Magic of Light from a MasterStep into the captivating world of Jean Rosenthal, a trailblazing figure in the realm of lighting design for modern theater. The Magic of Light, a professional memoir crafted with the assistance of friend and novelist Lael Wertenbaker, unveils the artistry behind Rosenthal’s technical mastery. Renowned for transforming stage illuminat...
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    55,64 €

  • The Magic of Light
    Jean Rosenthal / Lael Wertenbaker
    Learn About the Magic of Light from a MasterStep into the captivating world of Jean Rosenthal, a trailblazing figure in the realm of lighting design for modern theater. The Magic of Light, a professional memoir crafted with the assistance of friend and novelist Lael Wertenbaker, unveils the artistry behind Rosenthal’s technical mastery. Renowned for transforming stage illuminat...
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    43,59 €

  • Wildflower
    Lesley Ann Richardson
    The Amazing Story Behind the Famous Ballad from the SeventiesWritten by young Canadian policeman Dave Richardson, and produced by David Foster, 'Wildflower' became a smash hit around the world. This is the true saga of love and courage that took place behind the song. It includes many other poems and lyrics composed by Dave over the course of his long career. ...
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    16,09 €

  • Three And A Half Minutes of Fame
    Alex Boucher
    Signing a record deal at the age of 17 is something Alex didn’t plan for, but it sets him on a path that will bring him tantalisingly close to fame, not once, but three and a half times over the next 7 years.Things don’t always go as planned as he ditches school and jumps from US record deals to UK TV appearances, even joining a boy band in his epic quest for fame.Alex encounte...
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    33,69 €

  • Miley Cyrus
    United Library
    This book takes readers on an intimate journey through the extraordinary life and career of one of the most versatile and iconic figures in contemporary pop culture. From her early days as the teen sensation Hannah Montana to her groundbreaking transition into a mature and provocative artist, Cyrus’s story unfolds with passion, resilience, and relentless creativity.As the 'Teen...
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    11,32 €

  • Female Force
    Martin Gimenez / Michael Frizell
    Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll, born February 2, 1977, in Barranquilla, Colombia, showed early signs of the charisma that would later define her career. Raised in a multicultural household with a Lebanese father and Colombian mother, Shakira grew up immersed in diverse influences that would shape her unique musical style. Discovered when she was 13, her rise to worldwide fame wa...
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    21,83 €

  • Female Force
    Martin Gimenez / Michael Frizell
    Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll, born February 2, 1977, in Barranquilla, Colombia, showed early signs of the charisma that would later define her career. Raised in a multicultural household with a Lebanese father and Colombian mother, Shakira grew up immersed in diverse influences that would shape her unique musical style. Discovered when she was 13, her rise to worldwide fame wa...
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    8,65 €

  • Monkee Business
    Eric Lefcowitz
    The Monkees had everything-a popular TV show, hit records, and adoring fans. Everything but control over their careers. Author Eric Lefcowitz chronicles the kaleidoscopic journey of Micky Dolenz, Davy Jones, Michael Nesmith and Peter Tork, following each of the four Monkees, together and apart, from 1965 to the present day. A must-read for music fans, 'Monkee Business' is a def...
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    15,45 €

  • Rocking Surrey
    Neil Mach
    Surrey County is where British rock journalist Neil Mach grew up. Born the year Tommy Styeel started 'Singing The Blues,' the same year Sid Viscious was born, and the year the Cavern Club opened in Liverpool, Neil shares his tale in this book. He investigates the reasons behind Surrey’s reputation as a haven for rock arrists. He wonders why this suburban landscape produced so m...
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    15,62 €

  • Josh Binney (hardback)
    T Dennis Reece
    This biography traces Josh Binney’s unusual film and stage career, which ranged from praise for his direction in Boston of the play Pinocchio to imprisonment in Montana for movie investment fraud. Particular attention is paid to his work in the 1940s for All American News, one of the major independent producers of films for the Black market. Binney’s credits there led The Times...
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    42,71 €

  • Josh Binney
    T Dennis Reece
    This biography traces Josh Binney’s unusual film and stage career, which ranged from praise for his direction in Boston of the play Pinocchio to imprisonment in Montana for movie investment fraud. Particular attention is paid to his work in the 1940s for All American News, one of the major independent producers of films for the Black market. Binney’s credits there led The Times...
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    31,39 €

  • Deanna Durbin in Hollywood
    Barry Lowe
    Known as the first film teenager, Deanna Durbin was one of the most popular actresses of the 1930s and 1940s. From starring alongside legends like Judy Garland to playing the lead role in classic film musicals, her rise to fame seemed almost like fantasy. But her life behind the scenes was anything but glamorous. Though Durbin was a princess to the public, she was a puppet t...
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    60,18 €

  • Sex, Drugs & Rock Rose
    Jennifer Gabriel
    Unravel the journey of Rock Rose: from religious chains to the wild world of adult entertainment - all in the embrace of self-love.Step into a world where the electrifying beats of rock music meld with tales of passionate defiance. Sex, Drugs, & Rock Rose is not just a memoir-it’s an anthem for every soul yearning to break free.Meet Rock Rose-a symbol of resilience, audacity, a...
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    37,89 €

  • Sex, Drugs & Rock Rose
    Jennifer Gabriel
    Unravel the journey of Rock Rose: from religious chains to the wild world of adult entertainment - all in the embrace of self-love.Step into a world where the electrifying beats of rock music meld with tales of passionate defiance. Sex, Drugs, & Rock Rose is not just a memoir-it’s an anthem for every soul yearning to break free.Meet Rock Rose-a symbol of resilience, audacity, a...
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    35,78 €

  • Letters to Dead People (Dyslexia-friendly Edition, Volume 1)
    Henry Nash / Ivor Share
    Ever wondered what drove the Great and the Good in History? What questions would you ask them if you got the chance?What’s the connection between Boudica and JK Rowling? Where did Walt Disney get some of his insights from? Who was Nettie Honeyball? Many of the answers are here in this book, which is a collection of entertaining letters written to more than fifty of the icons of...
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    14,12 €

  • Life of Chopin
    Franz Liszt
    Life of Chopin is classical music biography that represents the definitive account of the life of the great Polish pianist/composer, Frederic Chopin. The story is told by his friend and colleague, the legendary Hungarian pianist, Franz Liszt-the ideal man to relate the brief, but brilliant life of Chopin. Liszt’s proximity to the subject and insightful accounts make this Chopin...
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    16,47 €

  • Superstar in a Masquerade
    William Sargent
    Superstar In A Masquerade tells the story of pianist Leon Russell and his life journey, from his afflicted birth to becoming a session man and Grammy-winning millionaire rock star. It also follows the careers of his hometown Tulsa pals David Gates and J.J. Cale.Read about thousands of songs by over 500 artists and...When 17 year-old Leon replaced Jerry Lee Lewis on stageWhy DC ...
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    138,22 €

  • Superstar in a Masquerade
    William Sargent
    Superstar In A Masquerade tells the story of pianist Leon Russell and his life journey, from his afflicted birth to becoming a session man and Grammy-winning millionaire rock star. It also follows the careers of his hometown Tulsa pals David Gates and J.J. Cale.Read about thousands of songs by over 500 artists and...When 17 year-old Leon replaced Jerry Lee Lewis on stageWhy DC ...
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    149,74 €

  • Pump It Up Magazine
    Anissa B. Sutton / Michael B. Sutton
    Hey Pump It Up Family,Guess what? We’ve got a super special edition for you, all about celebrating the incredible powerhouses we call women! Guess what? We’ve stumbled upon a voice that’s basically a mix of Mariah Carey, Adele, Christina Aguilera, and Ariana Grande! Yep, you heard it right - Victoria Renée is a MUST-LISTEN! In the Beauty & Fashion corner, we’re spilling the te...
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    11,14 €

  • Millionaire in 365
    Devaraj / DEVARAJAN PILLAI G
    Embark on a transformative journey to financial abundance with 'Millionaire in 365: The Ultimate Guide to Making 10 Million in 1 Year.' This groundbreaking book unveils a comprehensive roadmap for individuals daring to achieve the audacious goal of making 10 million within a year. It goes beyond traditional financial wisdom, providing a dynamic blueprint that integrates innovat...
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    33,77 €

  • Sex, Trucks, and Rock ’n Roll
    Ben Mason
    Sex, Trucks, and Rock ’n Roll: A Spiritual Journey takes readers on a wild and captivating ride through the life of Ben Mason, an arrogant and decadent rocker who eventually finds redemption and peace amid chaos. Drawing on his experiences in the music industry and his love for Eastern and Western faiths, Ben embarks on a transformative journey that leads him to self-discovery ...
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    16,20 €