Cooper tackles one of the richest and most famous women in the world, recounting her complicated life and extraordinary history with honesty and clarity. She was poor; she moved between her mother, her father and her grandmother; she was sexually abused; and she bore a child that died. She was also very smart, loved the spotlight—in which she excelled at speaking—and made the most of opportunity. This comfortably sized volume makes excellent use of many quotes from interviews, Oprah’s own writing and, of course, her television show. Her personal struggles are not simplified nor are her remarkable public acts of philanthropy and care over-exaggerated: She hosts a talk show indeed, but she also writes, speaks, acts and makes good things happen. Sure to find a rapt audience. (source notes, extensive bibliography) (Biography. 10-14)
