Bibliograph

The little girl who fought the Great Depression, Shirley Temple and 1930s America, John F. Kasson

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The little girl who fought the Great Depression, Shirley Temple and 1930s America, John F. Kasson

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 399-477)

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individual biography

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The little girl who fought the Great Depression

Medium

large print

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

870292693

Responsibility statement

John F. Kasson

Series statement

Thorndike Press large print nonfiction

Sub title

Shirley Temple and 1930s America

Summary

"What distinguished Shirley Temple from every other Hollywood star of the period was how brilliantly she shone. Amid the deprivation and despair of the Great Depression, she radiated optimism and plucky good cheer that lifted the spirits of millions and shaped their collective character for generations to come"--Page 4 of cover

Table Of Contents

Smile like Roosevelt -- Such a happy little face! -- Dancing along the color line -- The most adored child in the world -- Keeping Shirley's star aloft -- What's a private life? -- Epilogue: Shirley visits another president

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Shirley Temple and 1930s America

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