The Close-Up (1918)
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ISBN10: 1120754127
ISBN13: 9781120754127
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Dec 7 2009
Pages: 368
Weight: 1.08
Height: 0.76 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781120754127
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Dec 7 2009
Pages: 368
Weight: 1.08
Height: 0.76 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Close-Up is a novel written by Margaret Turnbull and published in 1918. The story is a romance that follows the life of a young woman named Phyllis who dreams of becoming a successful actress. Phyllis is determined to make it in the entertainment industry, and she moves to New York City to pursue her dreams.As she navigates the world of show business, Phyllis meets a wealthy businessman named John who becomes infatuated with her. Despite his wealth and status, John is drawn to Phyllis's talent and beauty, and he begins to court her.As Phyllis's career takes off, she finds herself torn between her love for John and her desire to succeed as an actress. She must decide whether to pursue her dreams or settle down with the man she loves.The Close-Up is a captivating tale of love, ambition, and sacrifice set against the backdrop of the early 20th century entertainment industry. Turnbull's vivid descriptions of the glamour and drama of show business bring the story to life, while her nuanced portrayal of Phyllis's struggles and triumphs make her a relatable and inspiring protagonist. Overall, The Close-Up is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today.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.
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