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Joe Dimaggio
The Hero's Life
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Joe DiMaggio's life unfolds through the lens of fame, exploring his journey from a Yankees rookie in the 1930s to a national icon, intertwined with his marriage to Marilyn Monroe. Award-winning journalist Richard Ben Cramer delves into the complexities of DiMaggio's existence, revealing how media shaped his celebrity status and the dual nature of fame—its ability to elevate and devastate. Cramer's investigative prowess brings to light startling revelations, presented in his distinct, unflinching writing style.
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Joe Dimaggio, Richard Ben Cramer
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- Released
- 2001
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- Title
- Joe Dimaggio
- Subtitle
- The Hero's Life
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Richard Ben Cramer
- Publisher
- Gallery Books
- Released
- 2001
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 560
- ISBN13
- 9780684865478
- Category
- Psychology, Biographies and Thoughts
- Description
- Joe DiMaggio's life unfolds through the lens of fame, exploring his journey from a Yankees rookie in the 1930s to a national icon, intertwined with his marriage to Marilyn Monroe. Award-winning journalist Richard Ben Cramer delves into the complexities of DiMaggio's existence, revealing how media shaped his celebrity status and the dual nature of fame—its ability to elevate and devastate. Cramer's investigative prowess brings to light startling revelations, presented in his distinct, unflinching writing style.