Joseph Epstein's soon-to-be-released biography of Fred Astaire, Fred Astaire (Icons of America) explores Astaire's dancing talent, including the story of his life, his personality, his work habits, and his many accomplishments. The book discusses his early life with his sister, Adele, his gifts as a singer, and his many movie dance partners, including Cyd Charisse, Rita Hayworth, Eleanor Powell, and Betty Hutton. One chapter is devoted to Astaire's partnership with Ginger Rogers. According to Amazon, "What emerges from these pages is a fascinating view of an American era, seen through the accomplishments of Fred Astaire, an unassuming but uncompromising performer who transformed entertainment into art and gave America a new yet enduring standard for style."
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