Search Results: Returned 11 Results, Displaying Titles 1 - 11
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c1995, Enslow Publishers Call No: B Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: People to know todaySummary Note: Describes the life of Bill Cosby from his childhood in Philadelphia through his successful career as a comedian.
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1987., Viking Kestrel Call No: B Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Women of our timeSummary Note: A biography emphasizing the early years of actress and comedienne Carol Burnett, whose down-to-earth humor brought her fame on Broadway, in films, and in her own hit television series.
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c1997, Franklin Watts Call No: B Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: An Impact biography.
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c2008., Enslow Elementary Call No: B Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: African-American heroesSummary Note: "Elementary biography of comedian Chris Rock discussing his childhood, early career, and his rise as one of America's most famous comedians"--Provided by publisher.
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2018., Adolescent, Amulet Books Call No: HI-INT B HOF Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Summary Note: A humorous memoir set in high school and told in essay format, for teens who have graduated from Diary of a Wimpy Kid, based on comedian Steve Hofstetter's real life. In Ginger Kid, Hofstetter grapples with life after seventh grade...when his world fell apart.
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-- It is Trevor NoahÃ2019., Pre-adolescent, A Yearling Book Call No: B Edition: Large print ed. Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Summary Note: Looks at the life of South African comedian, writer, producer, political commentator, actor, and television host, Trevor Noah.
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c1999, Lucent Books Call No: 791.43 028 092 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: People in the newsSummary Note: Discusses the life and career of the comedian who has starred in such movies as "The Mask," "Dumb and Dumber," and "The Truman Show."
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2001., Pre-adolescent, Abdo Publishing Call No: B Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Star tracksSummary Note: Traces the childhood, accomplishments, and career of Jim Carrey.
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c2010., Greenwillow Books Call No: B CHA Edition: 1st ed. Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Summary Note: A Newbery Medalist presents one of the most compelling rags-to-riches stories of modern times, in this biography of the legendary Little Tramp, Charlie Chaplin. Includes archival prints and photos.
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[2016]., Grosset & Dunlap, an imprint of Penguin Random House Call No: Biography STOOGES Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Summary Note: "Discover more about the comedy team that perfected the art of the pie fight! The Three Stooges were the hardworking children of immigrants and discovered a love of performing at an early age. Starting out as a vaudeville act, they soon transitioned into movies, becoming a worldwide sensation in feature films and shorts. Never the critics' darlings, audiences loved them for their mastery of physical comedy and their willingness to do anything for a laugh. They remained popular over the years despite several personnel changes that revolved around the three Howard brothers from Brooklyn. Their comedies are still in syndication more than 50 years after they were first shown on TV and continue to delight old fans and attract new ones"--
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1995, Juvenile, Chelsea Call No: B Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Black Americans of achievementSummary Note: Presents the life and career of comedian and actress, Whoopi Goldberg.