Veronica Lake

Broschiertes Buch

A Lost Soul

Beschreibung

"A Lost Soul" follows the journey of Vanessa Lanier Richardson, a curious and introspective nine-year-old girl who stumbles upon the concept of salvation. Raised in a world where the notion of salvation remains a mystery, Vanessa becomes consumed by a relentless pursuit to unravel its true meaning. As she delves deeper into her quest, she navigates through life's trials and tribulations, encountering diverse characters and experiences that shape her understanding of faith, hope, and purpose. Set against the backdrop of Vanessa's coming-of-age journey, the narrative explores profound themes of identity, belief, and the search for meaning in a complex world. Through Vanessa's eyes, readers will embark on an emotional and thought-provoking odyssey that challenges conventional perceptions and celebrates the power of faith and resilience. With its richly developed characters, compelling storyline, and poignant exploration of spiritual themes, "A Lost Soul" offers a unique and compelling reading experience for audiences of all ages. Inspired by real-life experiences and universal truths, this novel invites readers to reflect on their own beliefs and embark on their personal quests for salvation and self-discovery.

Autor

Constance Frances Marie Ockelman (Veronica Lake) was born in Brooklyn on November 14, 1922. Her father died when she was 10 years old.After being expelled from a Catholic boarding school in Montreal, Veronica participated in beauty pageants in her teens. In 1938 she moved with her mother and step-father to Beverly Hills, and appeared as an extra in several films before her break-out role in I Wanted Wings (1940). Numerous starring roles followed, trading in part on Veronica's legendary and much-imitated 'peek-a-boo' hair-style. These films included Sullivan's Travels (1941) and The Blue Dahlia (1946).In the 1950's, following bankruptcy and her third divorce, Veronica moved to New York City, subsequently appearing mostly in live theatre in the USA and England. Her memoir Veronica was first published in 1969.Other than travelling theatrical engagements, Veronica spent most of her final years living in Miami. She died, aged 50, in 1973, leaving two adult daughters and a son.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Independent Publisher
• Seitenzahl: 112
• Erscheinungstermin: 8. August 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 7mm
• Gewicht: 175g
• ISBN-13: 9798330238941
• Artikelnr.: 71163865