Say Goodnight, Gracie!: The Story Of Burns & Allen
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Edition: First edition
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Jacket protected by mylar sleeve. Pages clean and bright. Usual aging. Shelf wear.
A richly detailed work of entertainment history, Say Goodnight, Gracie!: The Story of Burns & Allen chronicles the remarkable personal and professional partnership of George Burns and Gracie Allen, one of the most beloved comedy duos of the twentieth century. Drawing on interviews, archival research, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes, the narrative traces their journey from vaudeville stages to radio stardom and ultimately to the groundbreaking television series that made them household names across America. The tone is warm and celebratory, capturing both the genuine affection at the heart of their relationship and the sharp comedic genius that made Gracie's scatterbrained persona an enduring cultural icon. Readers are treated to an intimate portrait of two entertainers who redefined the art of comedy partnership, illustrating how their seamless on-screen chemistry was matched by a deep and devoted offstage bond. A must-read for fans of classic American entertainment, the book stands as an affectionate and authoritative tribute to a duo whose influence on comedy continues to resonate.
Author: Cheryl Blythe And Susan Sackett
Format: Hardback
Published: 1986, E.P. Dutton
Genre: Biography
Edition: First edition
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Jacket protected by mylar sleeve. Pages clean and bright. Usual aging. Shelf wear.
A richly detailed work of entertainment history, Say Goodnight, Gracie!: The Story of Burns & Allen chronicles the remarkable personal and professional partnership of George Burns and Gracie Allen, one of the most beloved comedy duos of the twentieth century. Drawing on interviews, archival research, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes, the narrative traces their journey from vaudeville stages to radio stardom and ultimately to the groundbreaking television series that made them household names across America. The tone is warm and celebratory, capturing both the genuine affection at the heart of their relationship and the sharp comedic genius that made Gracie's scatterbrained persona an enduring cultural icon. Readers are treated to an intimate portrait of two entertainers who redefined the art of comedy partnership, illustrating how their seamless on-screen chemistry was matched by a deep and devoted offstage bond. A must-read for fans of classic American entertainment, the book stands as an affectionate and authoritative tribute to a duo whose influence on comedy continues to resonate.