They Got Me Covered
By Bob Hope
2011
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""They Got Me Covered"" is a memoir written by the legendary comedian and actor Bob Hope. The book takes readers on a journey through Hope's life, from his childhood in England to his rise to fame in America. Hope shares his experiences as a performer, including his time on the vaudeville circuit, his work in radio and television, and his many film roles. Along the way, he also provides insights into his personal life, including his marriage to his wife Dolores and his close friendships with fellow entertainers such as Bing Crosby and Lucille Ball. Throughout the book, Hope's trademark humor shines through, making ""They Got Me Covered"" an entertaining and engaging read for fans of the beloved performer.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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Bob Hope
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Bob Hope, KBE, KCSG (born Leslie Townes Hope) was a British-born American comedian and actor who appeared in vaudeville, on Broadway, and in radio, television and movies. He was also noted for his work with the US Armed Forces and his numerous USO tours entertaining American military personnel. Throughout his career, he was honored for his humanitarian work. In 1996, the U.S. Congress honored Bob Hope by declaring him the "first and only honorary veteran of the U.S. armed forces."
