no longer willing to share his name officially to give Sophia, born out of wedlock, a situationthat still saddens Sophia. Food was scarce, an aunt and two uncles moved into the small familyunit, and when World War II began even greater hardships, privations, and horrors besiegedthe family and little girls. German troops were an ominous, ever-present sight that terrifiedSofia. Naples, as a port city that was bombed constantly, blazed air-raid sirens all the time.Thus, it was that Sophia, in her most formative years, grew up amid bombs, infestations,searches for prison camp escapees, Allies and Jews, the constant possibility of being raped.This superlative book is a photographic tribute to the beloved icon, taking you on an illustrativejourney through her remarkable life, dearest relationship, and diverse films. Featuring hundredsof crystal-clear, rare 8 ½” x 10 ½” photos, and filled with endearing quotes by Sophia and aboutSophia, the Running Press hardcover is a pleasant surprise as a homage to the ageless star formovie fans.In a career spanning close to seven decades, Sophia starred in epic block busters of the ‘50s,‘60s and ‘70s, dazzling in dramatic roles opposite such greats as Cary Grant, MarcelloMastroianni (her favorite), John Wayne, Gregory Peck, and Marlon Brando, among others inEurope.“Hearing children laugh is like listening in on heaven.” Sophia“Under his guidance, I would even have been willing to recite the telephone directory.” Sophiaon Charlie Chaplin“The birth of my first child was to me the most longed for and joyful event in my life.” Sophia“When I perform with Marcello, I am the full moon. And he is the ring around me.” Sophia
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