The Queens of Burlesque: Vintage Photographs of the 1940s and 1950s (Schiffer Pictorial Essay)
by Len Rothe
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Author: Len RotheEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1998-01
ISBN: 0764304496
Number of pages: 112
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
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Book Review: As seen in the movie Burlesque!
Summary: 5 Stars
This is an amazing collection of promo photos of burlesque performers of the 40's and 50's. It is also an excellent reference for costume designers as was seen in the new movie "Burlesque" when Christina Aquilera's character had this book in her hotel room scene, as she prepares for her new job. It is refreshing to see "real looking" women in this glamourous profession, much different than today's cloned Barbie dolls. Loaded with over 100 big photos, there is just enough historical information to keep it real. You will also want to get "The Bare Truth: Stars of Burlesque From the '40s and '50s" also by Len Rothe, to complete your collection.
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Summary of The Queens of Burlesque: Vintage Photographs of the 1940s and 1950s (Schiffer Pictorial Essay)
For the first time, stunning images of the women of the burlesque stage are gathered together in one great volume. In period photographs the timeless beauty of those exotic women who titillated, teased, and sometimes tortured their audiences is captured and celebrated. These memorable images make it clear that, when it comes to a beautiful body and a gorgeous face, tastes change very little. And just as in the past, the imagination is encouraged to run wild and ponder what might have been. This is a book to relax with and enjoy over and over again. Its rich, nostalgic view of a bygone era in American entertainment will please everyone, men and women alike. A "revealing" piece of Americana!Performing Arts Books
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