This book follows Bob Hope's comedy history beginning in vaudeville. Included are many detailed black and white photos from his stage beginning to his worldwide shows. He spent several decades entertaining overseas USO troops spanning WWII thru Persian Gulf era. Hope received numerous honors and awards for his work as entertainer and humanitarian. His co author, Melville Shavelson, was recognized as one of Hollywood's most successful writer-producer-director talents. Measures 6.5" wide X 9.25 tall X 1" deep. GP Putnam's Sons NY 1990  315pp