Oona Living in the Shadows


Book Description

Born into a family blessed by genius and plagued by tragedy, Oona lived in the shadow of greatness from an early age. One of the most exquisite and enigmatic beauties of her generation, she intrigued the public for decades. Now, in this stunning biography, new light is shed, at last, on the mystery that was ... OONA The daughter of Nobel Prize-winning playwright Eugene O'Neill, Oona mixed easily among Manhattan's cafe society and was named New American Debutante of the 1941-42 social season. But at just eighteen she shocked the world by running off to Hollywood and marrying a man thirty-six years her senior: the brilliant and controversial Charlie Chaplin. From the child who yearned for her absent father's love, to the woman who became the mainstay in an extraordinary marriage; from the dedicated wife and devoted mother of eight to the devastated widow, this book reveals a spirit as fascinating as the geniuses who surrounded her. Extensively researched, Oona's story is rich with exciting insights into her successful union, her world of celebrity--Hollywood in its heyday--and the allure and intellect that made her a heroine in her own right.




Oona Living in the Shadows


Book Description

A biography of the life of the enigmatic daughter of Eugene O'Neill & wife of Charlie Chaplin, encompassing her intriguing family members & circle of friends.




Hidden Star


Book Description

Biography of Oona O'Neill Chaplin, widow of Charlie Chaplin




Trio


Book Description




Love Always, Petra


Book Description

Model Petra Nemcova's charmed life was changed forever when the tsunami swept her boyfriend away, and left her with a broken pelvis and clinging to a tree for nearly eight hours. All of her proceeds from this book will be donated to the Give2Asia/Happy Hearts Fund helping to rebuild the areas hardest hit.




Night Flying Woman


Book Description

In the accounts of the lives of several generations of Ojibway people in Minnesota is much information about their history and culture.




It's Better to Laugh--


Book Description

She's the undisputed queen of televised shopping. Now everyone's favorite TV girlfriend tells the story of her life in an engaging and candid autobiography that holds nothing back. Here's Kathy as her fans have always wanted to know her. Find out all about QVC--on and off camera, the celebrities she's met and what they're really like, Kathy's romantic ups and downs, and much more.




From the Earth to the Shadows


Book Description

The epic conclusion to the thrilling Valkyrie duology by New York Times bestselling YA author Amanda Hocking, From the Earth to the Shadows. While dealing with dark revelations about her life and her world, Malin finds herself with new allies--and new enemies. Her quest for the truth leads her to places she never thought possible, and she's never been one to shy away from a fight. But for all her strength and determination, will it be enough to save the world before it's too late?




Marilyn Horne


Book Description

This completely rewritten autobiography has been brought up to date with new material covering the last twenty years, all new pictures, and a CD of live recordings chosen by Mme. Horne as the best to exemplify her talent.




Now You Know


Book Description

The wife of the ex-governor of Massachusetts tells of her struggle to overcome her addiction to alcohol and pills.