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Bob Barker is best known as the epitome of game show hosts, having recently retired after 50 years on television, and 35 years of hosting The Price Is Right--the longest running game show in TV history. Born in
Max7
Posted December 21, 2010
I enjoyed reading Bob Barkers book, Priceless Memories. I grew up on the Rosebud Indian Reservation. Bob's mother, Matilda Barker, was Superintendent of Schools when I was in the second grade. She flunked me when I was in the second grade. I have kept my second grade report card, which has her name on it, as a souvenir. I was a Swiss immigrant child and my command of the English language was marginal. I attended the same group of wooden school buildings that Bob attended. We were equipped with cast iron wood burning stoves and outhouse restrooms. The Barkers left the reservation before I started the third grade, so I convinced my third grade teacher to let me proceed in the third grade. The reservation school system was quite good. I eventually earned BS and MS degrees in Mechanical Engineering.
I agree with Bob, that growing up on the Rosebud Reservation was a great experience. I enjoyed many of the same experiences that he mentions in his book.
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Posted February 22, 2010
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This book is very nice and goes into the life that Bob lead while working at the price is right. If your are a fan of the guy, this book is for you.
Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.All in all I thought it a good book, at times it was boring especially going over the games in the shows, but it had humor & I liked that he gave his wife & Mother credit for guiding & supporting his dreams. His love of animals came through strong & I especially feel anyone who is not afraid to stick up for these voiceless beings is a good person & so made reading this book worthwhile. I would recommend it.
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Posted June 7, 2009
Having watched Bob Barker on Truth or Consequences and again on Price is Right, I found the book to be wonderful reading. He is a real person and absolutely lives his beliefs. He does things his way but is willing to work with others to find a happy medium to his way of life.
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Overview
In front of the camera, he has been invited into the homes of millions of Americans as host of The Price Is Right, Truth or Consequences, Miss USA, Miss Universe, The Rose Parade, and many other programs and specials. Now Bob Barker shares stories of favorite contestants, episodes, celebrity encounters, and behind-the-scenes happenings.Beyond his public persona, he will open up about his personal life. From being raised on a Native American reservation by a single mother through the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl, to training as a pilot in the Navy during World War II, through his romance with the love of his life and high school sweetheart, ...