Joanne King Herring

Portrayed by Julia Roberts in the film Charlie Wilson's War, Joanne King Herring reveals her life story, from her well-to-do Texas childhood to TV hosting to her fervent anti-Communist actions in Afghanistan to her latest venture, raising money for model villages in Afghanistan that provide all basic needs, the intended core of a hopefully spreading system. Her approach is pretty unique to her social class...through her life, Herring has built a network of friendships with the like of Princess Grace and Barbara Walters that she was able to tap for her ultimate Middle Eastern achievements. A fast but informative read on a unique personality who made her stamp on history. With photos including a color photo insert.… (altro)