The Many Faces of Josephine Baker Dancer, Singer, Activist, Spy |
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| Author:
| Caravantes, Peggy |
| Series title: | Women of Action Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-61373-832-0 |
| Publication Date: | Feb 2018 |
| Publisher: | Chicago Review Press, Incorporated
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $14.99 |
Book Description:
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With determination and audacity, Josephine Baker used her comic and musical abilities to become a worldwide icon of the Jazz Age. This lively biography covers her outspoken participation in the U.S. Civil Rights Movement, espionage work for the French Resistance during World War II and adoption of 12 children--her "rainbow tribe." The lush photographs, in-depth appendix, source notes and bibliography make this is a must-have resource for any student, Baker fan or history buff.
More DescriptionWith determination and audacity, Josephine Baker used her comic and musical abilities to become a worldwide icon of the Jazz Age. This lively biography covers her outspoken participation in the U.S. Civil Rights Movement, espionage work for the French Resistance during World War II and adoption of 12 children--her "rainbow tribe." The lush photographs, in-depth appendix, source notes and bibliography make this is a must-have resource for any student, Baker fan or history buff.