Judy: The Life, Legend, and Tragedy of an American Icon — Kindle Edition
Judy: The Life, Legend, and Tragedy of an American Icon is Gerold Frank’s biography of Judy Garland, drawing on interviews and access to her personal papers. This Kindle edition includes photographs and presents a substantial account of Garland’s life and career.
At a glance
- Biography of Judy Garland by Gerold Frank.
- The listing says the account draws on more than two hundred interviews and access to Garland’s personal papers and photographs.
- Includes photographs.
- Kindle edition with Screen Reader support and enhanced typesetting.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The interview and personal-record basis offers a biographical approach grounded in multiple sources, as described in the listing.
- Photographs accompany the biography.
- Several Kindle reading tools are listed, including Screen Reader support, Word Wise, and Page Flip.
Cons
- The reported 645-page print length indicates a substantial read rather than a brief introduction to Garland’s life.
Technical specifications
11 specifications| Publisher | Open Road Media |
|---|---|
| Publication date | October 15, 2024 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 645 pages |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1504097215 |
| File size | 26.4 MB |
| Screen Reader | Supported |
|---|---|
| Enhanced typesetting | Enabled |
| X-Ray | Enabled |
| Word Wise | Enabled |
| Page Flip | Enabled |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers seeking an in-depth biography of Judy Garland and her Hollywood career.
- Readers interested in accounts drawing on interviews, personal papers, and photographs.
- Kindle readers who may use screen-reader or other listed reading features.
Less suited to
- Readers looking for a short overview or a first-person memoir by Judy Garland.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Aggregate ratings lean positive, with most ratings in the four- and five-star categories, but a notable minority are lower. Ratings alone do not show what readers liked or disliked, so they offer limited guidance on whether this long biography’s treatment will suit a particular reader.
Frequently asked questions
What is this book about?
It is a biography of Judy Garland, covering her life and career, including the difficult personal circumstances noted in the listing.
Who wrote the biography?
The book is by Gerold Frank.
Does this Kindle edition include photographs?
Yes. The listing says it includes photographs.
Which Kindle reading features are listed?
Screen Reader is supported, and enhanced typesetting, X-Ray, Word Wise, and Page Flip are enabled.
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