Bing Crosby-Crooner of the Century - Softcover

Grudens, Richard

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1575792486 ISBN 13: 9781575792484

Publisher: Celebrity Profiles Inc, 2002

Synopsis

Here is the quintessential Bing Crosby tribute from the pen of author and music historian, Richard Grudens, documenting the story of Crosby's colourful life, family, radio and television shows, and films; the amazing success story of a career that pioneered popular music spanning generations and inspiring many followers: Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Perry Como, Jerry Vale, Dean Martin, Eddie Fisher, Pat Boone, Elvis Presley and Billy Eckstine, all of whom acknowledge their debt right between the covers of this book. An inspirational introduction by his lovely wife, Kathryn Grant Crosby, is followed by endearing, anecdotal accounts of those ubiquitous 'Road' films with Bob Hope, and detailed personal testimonials from show business icons in their own words. A 'must read' for Crosby fans, collectors, admirers, music lovers, and everyone who cherishes the music and anecdotes of the players involved in the Golden Age of Popular Music.

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Review:

"It's the best Bing Crosby book of any century. The photos and text are marvelous. I love it."Ann Jillian -- Directly from Ann Jillian

"Richard Grudens has done it again. How he does it so beautifully is in itself amazing." Ben Grisafi, bandleader. -- Direct from Mr. Grisafi

"Whether or not Bing Crosby is the Crooner of the Century, Richard Grudens is indisputably his chronicler." Kathryn Crosby -- Direct from Kathryn Crosby

About this edition

• Publisher: Celebrity Profiles Inc
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 1575792486
• ISBN 13: 9781575792484
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 275