
Fists upon a Star
A Memoir of Love, Theatre, and Escape from McCarthyism
Florence Bean James(Author)
University of Regina Press
Published on 10. October 2015
Book
Paperback/Softback
360 pages
978-0-88977-407-0 (ISBN)
Description
"[A]n enthralling autobiography." Publishers Weekly "Sensational." Jimmy Cagney A woman ahead of her time, Florence James revolutionized American theatre before being struck down by a McCarthyist witch hunt and emigrating to Canada. Fists upon a Star is James's answer to that question that destroyed so many lives in the United States of America: "Are you now, or have you ever been?" "If you like true stories about strong women, you'll like this book. If you're interested in live theatre, this book will engage you. If you have a vague notion that it's important to fight injustice, this book will snap into focus your understanding of the human cost of government tyranny. If you have a sparking interest in all three topics, this book will ignite you." Joy Fisher, Playwrights Guild of Canada
Reviews / Votes
"[A]n enthralling autobiography." -- Publishers Weekly "Sensational." -- Jimmy CagneyMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
Regina
Canada
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 226 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 23 mm
Weight
590 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-88977-407-0 (9780889774070)
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Jean Freeman is a children's book author and the recipient of ACTRA's Woman of the Year Award and an honorary doctorate from University of Regina for her work in broadcasting and the arts.