Home Work

A Memoir of My Hollywood Years

De: Julie Andrews, Emma Walton Hamilton

Narrado por: Julie Andrews

In this New York Times bestselling follow-up to her critically acclaimed memoir, Home, Julie Andrews reflects on her astonishing career, including such classics as Mary Poppins, The Sound of Music, and Victor/Victoria.
In Home, the number one New York Times international bestseller, Julie Andrews recounted her difficult childhood and her emergence as an acclaimed singer and performer on the stage.
With this second memoir, Home Work: A Memoir of My Hollywood Years, Andrews picks up the story with her arrival in Hollywood and her phenomenal rise to fame in her earliest films -- Mary Poppins and The Sound of Music. Andrews describes her years in the film industry -- from the incredible highs to the challenging lows. Not only does she discuss her work in now-classic films and her collaborations with giants of cinema and television, she also unveils her personal story of adjusting to a new and often daunting world, dealing with the demands of unimaginable success, being a new mother, the end of her first marriage, embracing two stepchildren, adopting two more children, and falling in love with the brilliant and mercurial Blake Edwards. The pair worked together in numerous films, including Victor/Victoria, the gender-bending comedy that garnered multiple Oscar nominations.

Cowritten with her daughter, Emma Walton Hamilton, and told with Andrews's trademark charm and candor, Home Work takes us on a rare and intimate journey into an extraordinary life that is funny, heartrending, and inspiring.

Reseñas de la Crítica

"Home Work is a quiet revelation. And by quiet I don't mean dull. The book is packed with emotion, action, gossip, and fascinating tidbits about craft. The Julie Andrews we get to know is salty, funny, passionate, hard-working, gracious, and above all, a brilliant vocalist and actress who has braved many disappointments."—O Magazine

"A frank and intimate storyteller whose radiant spirit fills these pages, Andrews chronicles the peaks and valleys of her life and career. This event-packed memoir is a must for fans of Andrews's life and work, students of cinema history, and anyone who is curious about musical film production."—Library Journal (starred review)

"Details Andrews' transformation from traveling performer to movie star."—Los Angeles Times, Book Club Pick

"Shares reflections on Andrews's astonishing career, and discusses her famous roles in Mary Poppins, The Sound of Music, Victor/Victoria, and more."—Bustle, New Celebrity Memoirs that Will Leave You Starstruck This Fall

"A warm, entertaining memoir...An insightful treat for Andrews's fans."—Kirkus Reviews

"[Home Work gives] readers long-awaited details about [Julie Andrew's] earliest films like Mary Poppins and The Sound of Music.... Andrews continues to approach life -- and writing -- with strength and grace."—People

"Full of delicious details...and poignant recollections."—Long Island Living

"Sincere and inspiring...This charming account of Andrews's professional and personal life will no doubt serve to make the venerated performer all the more beloved."—Publishers Weekly

"[W]arm, graceful, and candid... This deeply pleasurable and forthright chronicle illuminates the myriad reasons 'home work' has such profound meaning for artist and humanitarian Andrews... [a] treasury of delectable Hollywood revelations."—Booklist

"The inside-look into the perils and stress of movie making, and the honest portrayal of Andrews' struggles to blend her career, home life, and complicated personal matters offers a rich glimpse into a resilient star. Edward's mercurial but brilliant and generous nature is vividly recounted...her memoir makes it vividly clear that her stardom was not an easy path to achieve."—The Missourian

"Thrillingly honest but never unkind, Andrews mixes fascinating behind-the-scenes stories of filming... with moving revelations....This enchanting memoir reveals Andrews as a rare creature: a mega-star whose feet remain firmly on the ground."
—Daily Mail

"Julie Andrews's two memoirs, Home and Home Work, are at once heartbreaking and awe-inspiring."—"Our Mothers Ourselves"

"[Home Work] is everything you could hope for and more."—Scribbles by Kat

A thought-provoking listen

I have paused at various points and chapters in this book to mull over segments. I listen ... listen ... listen ... stop. Reflect. Let thoughts settle. Go on.

I definitely didn't want to rush this one.

I wanted it to last and last and last.

I hope she heads into the making of her 3rd volume soon.

Great Book!

There is so much more that I learned about Julie Andrews in this book that I never knew. She has great stories from Mary Poppoins and The Sound Of Music and other movies she made with Blake Edwards as well as funny and sad stories about her home life. This book made me love Julie Andrews even more!

Glad I did my homework

A treasure hearing JULIA’s voice and I will have it forever... we often think stars have few problems that we ourselves do have...but this is a great revelation as to a true “lady with a lot of love and a lot of courage”!

Loved Homework

I am such a Julie fan that I had to get her book, but since I do not have much time to sit and read I loved listening to the audiobook. I really enjoyed how she was the reader. It really felt more like she was telling the story straight to you, a much more personable experience!

Great book

I could hardly stop listening to this book. Especial the beautiful voice of Julie Andrews. Details of her life in Hollywood and I learned so much. Thank you Julie for sharing the story, and to your daughter Emma for helping to write it!!

Fascinating story

The talent of Julie Andrews is as limitless as her patience
with all the problems of her surrounding family.

Soul settling.

I began Home Work after listening to Home, and it really spoke to me. Made me feel powerful, hopeful, and gave me a sense of clarity from the amazing stories and endless traveling from an amazing person. Would highly recommend!

Where's the rest?

It only covers until 1986. Where is the rest? Thank you for sharing your history.

Much more than just Mary Poppins

An interesting story. It is amazing that she has accomplished so many things. I enjoyed learning more about her personal life and her family. Admire her courage to step out of her comfort zone to help others. I felt it was a good book.

I love Julie Andrews!

It was fascinating and I learned a lot about her I didn’t know. I had little tears when it was over because I wouldn’t be hearing her voice while I was working anymore.