Remembering Katharine Hepburn: Stories of Wit and Wisdom About America's Leading Lady
- ISBN-10
- 1493025465
- ISBN-13
- 9781493025466
- Category
- Biography & Autobiography
- Pages
- 160
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2016-10-15
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield
- Author
- Ann Nyberg
Description
A sweet, inspiring, and captivating look at a woman who was an inspiration for many and whose legacy and stories should be shared with a new generation of fans. Journalist and news anchor, Ann Nyberg, delves into the long, extraordinary life of Katharine Hepburn through the personal stories of those whose lives she influenced in even the tiniest way. From tales from her beloved Fenwick in Connecticut to stories about her days in Hollywood to adventures with “Aunt Kat,” Nyberg interviews the people who knew Kate and cared for her––her friends, her fans, her family, and her neighbors––as they recount endearing tales of about her life. Alongside these stories and iconic photographs are inspiring quotes from Katharine herself, and the famous characters she played, that highlight her individuality, confidence, determination, and zest for life! She was bold, brash, and beautiful––a woman way ahead of her time with a unique spunk admired by many.
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