Unlikely Fame

Poor People Who Made History: Poor People Who Made : Poor People

Autor*innen

• David Wagner

Parameter

• 398 Seiten
• 14 Lesestunden

• Sozialwissenschaften

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Focusing on the intersection of poverty and fame, the book examines the lives of 27 notable figures, including Charlie Chaplin and Oprah Winfrey, who rose to national or international prominence despite their disadvantaged beginnings. It highlights how poverty acts as a significant barrier to growth and opportunity, particularly for children. Through their stories, the book reveals the coping mechanisms these individuals employed while also addressing the enduring challenges they faced due to their impoverished backgrounds.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2022
• Einband: Paperback