Helene Hanff
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Description
Helene Hanff (April 15, 1916 – April 9, 1997) was an American writer born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She is best known as the author of the book 84, Charing Cross Road, which became the basis for a stage play, television play, and film of the same name. She wrote 5 other books for an adult audience and a total of 13 books for a younger audience.
Books
Letter from New York
For six years, the author of 84 Charing Cross Road captivated audiences with her monthly BBC broadcasts about her unique adventures living in New York City. Now collected in a charming volume, these vignettes capture an intimate and quirky New York--a witty and humorous depiction that will be treasured by all her admirers.
Apple of my eye
A walking tour of New York from Battery Park to Harlem celebrates the architecture and history, landmarks, people, and pastimes of the Western world's most remarkable city.
Queen of England
A biography of Queen Elizabeth I, who, without husband or sons, successfully ruled England for 45 years and made it the most powerful kingdom on the globe.
Our Nation's Capital
Introduces the history and major attractions of the District of Columbia.
Underfoot in show business
Helene Hanff's witty memoir of her adventures and misadventures as an aspiring playwright in New York City, 1940s-1960s.
The Movers and Shakers
Discusses the philosophies and activities of the various youth movements in the sixties and their efforts to bring about reforms in the American establishment.
Butch elects a mayor
When his father runs for mayor, Butch almost ruins the election campaign by trying to help.