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W. C. Fields from Sound Film and Radio Comedy to Stardom

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The book offers an in-depth exploration of W. C. Fields's journey to fame against the backdrop of Hollywood's golden age. Utilizing the newly-accessed Fields Papers, it delves into his complex personal life, including strained family relationships and romantic entanglements. This volume captures the essence of Fields as a troubled artist whose emotional struggles fueled his unique brand of comedy, ultimately solidifying his legacy during the transformative 1960s and influencing future generations of comedians.

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W. C. Fields from Sound Film and Radio Comedy to Stardom, Arthur Frank Wertheim

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