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The internationally known cabaret personality Bricktop was born Ada Beatrice Queen Victoria Louise Virginia Smith on August 14, 1894 in Alderson, West Virginia. She acquired the nickname "Bricktop" from Barron Wilkins (owner of the Barron's Exclusive Club in Harlem), establishing her red hair as her trademark. Bricktop began her career as an entertainer at the age of 16, performing on the vaudeville circuit and in salons. She went on to own her own nightclubs in Paris (1920s and 1930s), Mexico City (1940s), and Rome (1950s). This is a look at her life she had. Illustrated with 'B&W' photos. /// This is a 1st edition paperback in near to fine condition. (301 pages & 18 pages of introduction & 16 pages of photos). Originally published in 1983. N° de réf. du vendeur 11720
Book by Bricktop wJim Haskins
Titre : Bricktop
Éditeur : Welcome Rain Publishers, U.S.A
Date d'édition : 2000
Reliure : Couverture souple
Etat : Bon