Anna Lee: Memoir of a Career on General Hospital and in Film by Anna Lee,Barbara Roisman Cooper

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By Anna Lee,Barbara Roisman Cooper

Born Joan Boniface Winnifrith on January 2, 1913, Anna Lee is better recognized for her portrayal of General Hospital’s Lila Quartermaine, a personality who she delivered to existence for over 20 years. From her early years in England to her ultimate days in Hollywood, she recounts info of her remarkable lifestyles in her memoir. Expressed in her lively sort, Anna Lee tells of her youth because the daughter of an English clergyman and her early choice to turn into an actress. She writes of her teenage struggles to achieve her dream, failed marriages, and the problems she confronted elevating a family members whereas holding her profession. eventually, we see the image of a mature Anna Lee—a profitable actress enjoying a task she enjoyed whereas having fun with an incredible marriage to author Robert Nathan. own remembrances from her family members and General Hospital co-stars around out this touching, pleasing self-portrait of the actress’ lifestyles. an entire filmography and record of tv appearances is additionally included.

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