Author Description

Lucille Ball came into most people’s lives with the beloved classic I Love Lucy. But her story really begins with a small-town girl, working hard to make ends meet and hitting the gritty New York streets to break into the movie business. Her dreams of stardom would eventually come true and her journey from there to starring in one of the most successful television shows in history continues to inspire generations of fans. Celebrating her warmth, grit, and spirit, Lucille Ball Treasures is a trove of photographs, movie and modeling advertisements, film stills, Hollywood memorabilia, and so much more—honoring the woman who, to this day, makes us smile.