She vigorously played the dumb-blonde stereotype in her movie roles, but there is nothing at all dumb about Marilyn Monroe. Born to a single mother who suffered from severe mental illness, the odds were stacked against the girl originally named Norma Jeane from the very beginning. She became a ward of the state and bounced around from foster home to foster home. The fact that she rose from such impoverished beginnings to become one of the top-billed acts in Hollywood speaks for itself.Discover a plethora of topics such as From Foster Child to Movie Star The Scene with the White Dress Marilyn the Jew Diagnosis of Paranoid Schizophrenia Marilyn's First Overdose The Presidential Affair Locked in the Psych Ward And much more! Discover the life of Marilyn Monroe, the iconic Hollywood star whose beauty and talent captivated the world. From her unforgettable films to her complex personal story, she remains a timeless symbol of glamour and vulnerability. Perfect for fans of Old Hollywood and pop culture history. Get your copy today and explore the legend behind the silver screen icon!