
By Patricia Brennan Demuth, Who HQ, Gregory Copeland (Illustrator)
Part of the Who Was . . . ? series
Discover the true story behind the comic genius who became a legend and faced exile.
Explore the life of Charlie Chaplin, the iconic creator of 'The Little Tramp.' From a childhood of poverty to global fame, Chaplin's journey is marked by artistic triumphs and political turmoil. As a beloved figure in America, his world turns upside down during the McCarthy era, forcing him to leave the country he once called home. Uncover the complexities of a man who was not just an actor, but also a director, writer, and composer, navigating the challenges of his time. What drove him, and what did he leave behind?
Who was the real Charlie Chaplin? Kids will learn all about the comic genius who created The Little Tramp! Charlie Chaplin sang on a London stage for the first time at the age of five. Performing proved to be his salvation, providing a way out of a life of hardship and poverty. Success came early and made Chaplin one of the best loved people in the United States until the McCarthy witch hunts drove Chaplin from his adopted country. This is a moving portrait of a multi-talented man–actor, director, writer, even music composer–and the complicated times he lived in.
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