Jane Russell: My Path and My Detours : An Autobiography [Hardcover]

Jane Russell (Author)

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Discovered at 18 by Howard Hughes and promoted by her debut in The Outlaw , Russell has long been a symbol of earthy sex appeal and Hollywood glamour. Here, she reveals a more complex character, grounded in a sensible pragmatism and strong belief in God. In spite of initially powerful backing, her career has been uneven, while her private life has been equally turbulent. She recounts both her triumphs and her mistakes honestly and with no apology. Although her approach to religion and her ``messages'' from God may surprise some readers, the straightforward, open statement of her beliefs will appeal to many. For general collections. Barbara Kemp, Washington State Univ. Lib., Pullman
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Product Details

• Hardcover: 341 pages
• Publisher: Franklin Watts; 1st Edition edition (September 1985)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0531097994
• ISBN-13: 978-0531097991
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #300,726 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars God Bless Jane Russell!, May 13, 2010

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This review is from: Jane Russell: My Path and My Detours : An Autobiography (Hardcover)

This book is enjoyable and written in a great conversational style as if Jane is narrating stories from chapters of her life.
She emphasized how Almighty God had blessed,helped and guided her journey that led her to became a devoted and committed born-again Christian.Another good reason to purchase this book is due to world renowned portrait of Jane in the cover which taken from "The Outlaw" Promotional Poster.Highly recommended.

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Quite religious - if that bothers you, don't bother but....., May 19, 2009

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D. S. Wymore "Golden Age of Hollywood fan" (Catskill Mountains, NY) - See all my reviews
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One of my hobbies is reading biographies and autobiographies of the Hollywood stars from the 1930s to the 1950s. I find these people ultimately fascinating - how they stories differ, intertwine, and yet are the same in some respects. I'm always amazed by how many of them had either no or deceased fathers (Jane Russell included). If you are bothered by anyone speaking their mind about their religious beliefs, this is not the book for you (and neither is Ginger Rogers' autobiography). Jane Russell presents her story in a straight forward, down to earth, no excuses manner. Not exactly professionally written but readable nonetheless. It doesn't deserve the lambasting a previous reviewer gave it.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Value, March 7, 2011

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Book came really fast Thank you. She was always one of my favorite actresses and I will sorely miss her. Her legacy shall live on. Thanks again!!!!