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A history of celebrity from Byron to Beckham, vividly written and brimming with fascinating stories.
Synopsis
Arguing that celebrity is a mirror reflecting some of the worst as well as some of the best aspects of modern history itself, this book considers how the lives of the rich and famous provide not only entertainment but also social cohesion and, like morality plays, examples of what - and what not - to do.