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Amanda Lee Koe's DELAYED RAYS OF A STAR, following the lives of Hollywood icon Marlene Dietrich, Chinese-American star Anna May Wong, and infamous German director Leni Riefenstahl across the twentieth century, exploring questions of ego, art, sex, and performance.
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Insightful exploration of iconic female stars' complex lives.
Who is this book for?
If you're fascinated by the lives behind legendary figures like Marlene Dietrich and Anna May Wong, this book offers a compelling look at their personal and professional struggles. Koe weaves their stories with themes of identity, performance, and societal expectations, making it a captivating read for anyone interested in Hollywood history and the nuanced narratives of women in cinema.
