Not So Dumb: The Life and Career of Marie Wilson
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| Rating | : | 4.45 (861 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1593930496 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 232 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-05-08 |
| Language | : | English |
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This book includes a complete log of the classic American television series episodes in which she appeared, My Friend Irma (1952-1953). "an enjoyable read and something that would be welcomed by casual fans of Wilson, and those who are interested in a serious study of radio comedy and vaudeville since Wilson was a regular in Ken Murray's blackout." -Radiogram. Marie Wilson was one of the best of the "dumb blondes" of the 1930s and 1940s, but what most people don’t know is that she was a highly intelligent woman who painstakingly created her persona in movies, on radio, and on television
"Enjoyable readwelcomed by casual fans of Wilson, and those who are interested in a serious study of radio comedy" -- Radiogram, May 2007
"Sweet Little Book about a Sweet Little Actress" according to Tee. Marie Wilson was a minor but fascinating actress during Hollywood's golden era. She was perhaps the quinessential "dumb blonde" in movies, more the innocent kitten who knew nothing than the more sexual big name stars or brassier women who also essayed similar roles. Marie never quite reached full stardom in films where she was almost always cast in a supporting role but she became. "IMPRESSIVE. MARIE WILSON IS "NOT SO DUMB"." according to P. STOUT. What a tribute to the beautiful, and yes, Not So Dumb, Marie Wilson. She was involved in numerous films, radio recordings, theater, as well as television, and a major pin-up girl for WWII. I found this book to be incredible. The research that obviously went into the book is astounding. I also loved the collection of photos in the book and felt these to be instrumental in illustrat. "Not So Dumb Marie Wilson Charles Tranberg (Author) (2006)" J. Lovins BearManor Media presents "NOT SO DUMB: THE LIFE & CAREER OF MARIE WILSON" (Paperback), by Charles TranbergI'm old enough to remember one of the funniest radio shows on the air MY FRIEND IRMA, starring Marie Wilson as the lovable Irma Petersen, not so bright who was constantly creating situations which got her roommate and friends into one mishap after another. As a collector of OT
Charles Tranberg is the author of "I Love the Illusion: The Life and Career of Agnes Moorehead" which was released in 2005, a book which CLASSIC IMAGES magazine said "deftly" covers "the wide expanse of Agnes Moorehead's world." He is currently working on a biography of Fred MacMurray.