Priceless Memories by Bob Barker and Digby Diehl (2009, Hardcover)

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PublisherCenter Street
ISBN-101599951355
ISBN-139781599951355
eBay Product ID (ePID)71634942

Product Key Features

Book TitlePriceless Memories
Number of Pages256 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2009
TopicEntertainment & Performing Arts
IllustratorYes
GenreBiography & Autobiography
AuthorBob Barker, Digby Diehl
FormatHardcover

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Item Height1 in
Item Weight18 Oz
Item Length9.2 in
Item Width6.2 in

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Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2008-035208
ReviewsFrom hanging pianos to flying elephants, Bob Barker's love of people and animals and his remarkable ability to play the game furnishes a book full of prizes for the reader. Priceless Memoriesprovides a fascinating insight into his career during the heydey of television and his tenacious determination to alleviate the suffering of animals. The book is a conversation with Bob Barker, full of humorous anecdotes about himself and the millions of contestants, friends, fans, family, celebrities and animals who have made his life a compelling story., The readers of this book will be happy to find, as I was, that Bob Barker did more than host The Price Is Right for thirty-five years. A lot more, as it turns out. What a career! God bless you, Bob Barker. And I'll try not to wreck the car., The readers of this book will be happy to find, as I was, that Bob Barker did more than hostThe Price Is Rightfor thirty-five years. A lot more, as it turns out. What a career! God bless you, Bob Barker. And I'll try not to wreck the car., Bob's writing is just like his hosting--smooth and professional. I'm sure his many fans will be thoroughly entertained and delighted by these recollections of his life and his long and very successful career. I can only imagine what more he might have accomplished if only he could sing., From hanging pianos to flying elephants, Bob Barker's love of people and animals and his remarkable ability to play the game furnishes a book full of prizes for the reader. Priceless Memories provides a fascinating insight into his career during the heydey of television and his tenacious determination to alleviate the suffering of animals. The book is a conversation with Bob Barker, full of humorous anecdotes about himself and the millions of contestants, friends, fans, family, celebrities and animals who have made his life a compelling story.
Dewey Edition22
Dewey Decimal791.4502/8092
SynopsisTelevision icon Bob Barker, beloved by millions for his charisma and charm, shares his life--both in front of the camera and behind the scenes., In front of the camera, he has been invited into the homes of millions of Americans as host of The Price Is Right, Truth or Consequences, Miss USA, Miss Universe, The Rose Parade, and many other programs and specials. Now Bob Barker shares stories of favorite contestants, episodes, celebrity encounters, and behind-the-scenes happenings. Beyond his public persona, he will open up about his personal life. From being raised on a Native American reservation by a single mother through the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl, to training as a pilot in the Navy during World War II, through his romance with the love of his life and high school sweetheart, Dorothy Jo, and his success at retirement. His support of animal rights has always been a central part of his life. Bob delves into stories of how he has taken on Hollywood and the government in his crusade, including his anti-fur stand-off with beauty pageants, his involvement in uncovering animal abuse in movies and television, and the legislation he helped to pass. He also shares personal stories of rescuing animals, from dogs to elephants. For the innumerable fans who have welcomed Bob into their homes over the last fifty years, this book will be like catching up with a dear and familiar friend who continues to lead a full and endlessly interesting life., Television icon Bob Barker, beloved by millions for his charisma and charm, shares his life - both in front of the camera and behind the scenes.
LC Classification NumberPN1992.4.B325A3 2009
As told toDiehl, Digby

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  • Fantastic Book!

    Come On Down and read about Bob Barker! This is a great book! Bob tells about his life on and off camera and the book has lovely pictures of him and his family, friends, and co-workers. Very highly recommended.

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