Jolson By Michael Freedland

1973 paperback

Warner books

Very good

Biography

Jolson: The Story of Al Jolson by Michael Freedland is a definitive biography of the legendary entertainer, covering his groundbreaking career in film, television, and music, his four marriages, and his complex personal life, including his famous love affair with his audience. The book details his pioneering achievements, such as starring in the first "talking picture," and includes anecdotes from those who knew him, serving as a comprehensive look at the man behind the "World's Greatest Entertainer" persona.