| Description |
xvi, 208 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 187-208). |
| Summary |
"Highlighting legends such as Mary Astor, John Wayne, Alfred Hitchcock, Spencer Tracy, Lana Turner, Gary Cooper, Patricia Neal, Betty Hutton, and Bob Hope, Oasis: Conversion Stories of Hollywood Legends uncovers stories of recovery and conversion--intimate portraits that often contrast with the more common profiles of these all-too-human stars. Many were touched by infidelity, alcoholism, unbridled ambition, or other moral failings that often seem to characterize life in Hollywood. Some had deathbed conversions, others underwent a gradual process of conversion; each found solace in embracing the Catholic faith"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Contents |
All too human: the need for healing and recovery -- Alfred Hitchcock comes full circle (1899-1980) -- Gary Cooper's quiet journey of faith (1901-1961) -- Bob Hope and his ladies of hope (1903-2003) -- Mary Astor: becoming a star...and a saint (1906-1987) -- John Wayne's longest journey (1907-1979) -- Ann Sothern: surviving with optimism and faith (1909-2001) -- How Jane Wyman dealt with tragedy (1917-2007) -- Susan Hayward: from Brooklyn to bountiful (1917-1975) -- Lana Turner: finding God and security--within (1921-1995) -- Betty Hutton's miraculous recovery (1921-2007) -- Ann Miller's quest for spiritual gold (1923-2004) -- Patricia Neal's dramatic journey of faith, healing, and forgiveness (1926-2010). |
| Subject |
Catholic converts -- United States -- Biography.
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Entertainers -- Religious life -- United States.
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BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Entertainment & Performing Arts.
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BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Rich & Famous.
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RELIGION / Christian Life / Inspirational.
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Catholic converts. (OCoLC)fst00849161
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Entertainers -- Religious life.
(OCoLC)fst00912674
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United States. (OCoLC)fst01204155
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| Genre/Form |
Biography. (OCoLC)fst01423686
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| ISBN |
9781616368616 (paperback) |
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1616368616 (paperback) |
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