America's Mom: The Life, Lessons, and Legacy of Ann Landers Paperback - 2005

For two generations of Americans, reading Ann Landers's daily column was as important as eating breakfast. For nearly fifty years an entire nation turned to this quick-witted, worldly-wise counselor for advice on everything from dinner etiquette to sex. But who was the woman behind the byline?Iowa-born Eppie Lederer was first hired by the Chicago Sun-Times to take over the daily advice column in 1955 -- and over the next half-century she helped shape the nation's social and sexual landscape. Award-winning journalist Rick Kogan was Ann Landers's last editor and close friend, and he paints a fascinating, full-bodied account of the triumphs, the wisdom, the courage, and the trials of one of the twentieth century's most enduring icons -- including her painful lifelong feud with her identical twin sister, "Dear Abby"; her stubborn refusal to shy away from even the most controversial topics; and the tragic breakup of her own thirty-six-year marriage. Filled with remarkable stories shared by people from all walks of life who were profoundly affected by the good sense and guidance of Ann Landers, America's Mom is a moving tribute to a singular woman who has earned an eternal place in our culture...and our hearts.

Details

• Title America's Mom: The Life, Lessons, and Legacy of Ann Landers
• Author Rick Kogan
• Binding Paperback
• Edition Reprint
• Pages 288
• Volumes 1
• Language ENG
• Publisher William Morrow & Company
• Date May 3, 2005
• Illustrated Yes
• Features Illustrated
• ISBN 9780060750985 / 0060750987
• Weight 0.54 lbs (0.24 kg)
• Dimensions 8.02 x 5.42 x 0.71 in (20.37 x 13.77 x 1.80 cm)
• Themes
  • Chronological Period: 20th Century
  • Chronological Period: 21st Century
  • Sex & Gender: Feminine
• Dewey Decimal Code B