{"product_id":"thats-the-way-she-became-alice-the-biography-of-the-brady-bunchs-ann-b-davis-9781649608291","title":"That's the Way She Became Alice: The Biography of The Brady Bunch's Ann B. Davis","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Lona Bailey\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Emerald House Group\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Emerald House Group\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Entertainment \u0026amp; Performing Arts - General\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnn B. Davis had a long career in drama and television, spanning over forty years. However, it is for her portrayal of \"Alice Nelson,\" the beloved housekeeper on \u003cem\u003eThe Brady Bunch\u003c\/em\u003e that Ann will be best remembered. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 1960s and 70s were a time of social upheaval, and viewers were looking for a show with a sense of normalcy. They found it in Sherwood Schwartz's show about the \"idealized\" family life-with Alice Nelson at the heart, providing a source of comfort, stability, and humor for all members of the \"Brady Bunch.\" \u003cem\u003eThe Brady Bunch\u003c\/em\u003e remains a cherished show for multiple generations because of its timeless lessons and family values. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOff-screen, Ann was a humble figure who valued friendships and family above fame. However, she felt a gap in her heart-a dissatisfaction with the pressing demands fame put on her after her huge success with \u003cem\u003eThe Brady Bunch\u003c\/em\u003e. She only felt truly fulfilled when she began to realize God was the only One she needed. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnn B. Davis dedicated much of her later life to her faith, living with Bishop William Frey's community in Texas until her passing in 2014. Her unconventional life after becoming a Christian-choosing faith over fame, living in a religious community, and dedicating herself to serving others-set her apart in Hollywood and continues to inspire those seeking a life of purpose beyond worldly success. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Emerald House Group","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47966678843543,"sku":"9781649608291","price":1567.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9781649608291.webp?v=1782911821","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/thats-the-way-she-became-alice-the-biography-of-the-brady-bunchs-ann-b-davis-9781649608291","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}