So Help Me: The Autobiography of George Jessel (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781428659759)

So Help Me: The Autobiography Of George Jessel is a book written by George Jessel, an American actor, comedian, singer, and songwriter. In this autobiography, Jessel shares his life story, starting from his humble beginnings as the son of poor Jewish immigrants in New York City to becoming a successful and well-known entertainer in Hollywood.Jessel's story is filled with anecdotes and personal reflections on his experiences in the entertainment industry, including his work in vaudeville, Broadway, and Hollywood. He also shares his thoughts on some of the most famous people he worked with, such as Al Jolson, Eddie Cantor, and Judy Garland.Throughout the book, Jessel's wit and humor shine through, as he recounts his many successes and failures, as well as his personal struggles with alcoholism and the loss of loved ones. He also touches on some of the political and social issues of his time, including his involvement in the civil rights movement and his support for the State of Israel.Overall, So Help Me: The Autobiography Of George Jessel is a fascinating and entertaining read for anyone interested in the entertainment industry, as well as those interested in the history of American culture and society in the 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: George Jessel
ISBN-10: 1428659757
ISBN-13: 9781428659759
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/25/2006
Pages: 256
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.84lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.58d