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My Name Is Barbra

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Barbra Streisand
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Ratings
Book
122
Narrator
59
Release Date
November 7, 2023
Duration
48 hours 7 minutes
Summary
The long-awaited memoir by the superstar of stage, screen, recordings, and television

PLEASE NOTE The audiobook edition is read by Barbra Streisand. Features additional anecdotes and music that are exclusive to the My Name is Barbra audiobook.

Barbra Streisand is by any account a living legend, a woman who in a career spanning six decades has excelled in every area of entertainment. She is among the handful of EGOT winners (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony) and has one of the greatest and most recognizable voices in the history of popular music. She has been nominated for a Grammy 46 times, and with Yentl she became the first woman to write, produce, direct, and star in a major motion picture. In My Name Is Barbra, she tells her own story about her life and extraordinary career, from growing up in Brooklyn to her first star-making appearances in New York nightclubs to her breakout performance in Funny Girl on stage and winning the Oscar for that performance on film. Then came a long string of successes in every medium in the years that followed. The book is, like Barbra herself, frank, funny, opinionated, and charming. She recounts her early struggles to become an actress, eventually turning to singing to earn a living; the recording of some of her acclaimed albums; the years of effort involved in making Yentl; her direction of The Prince of Tides; her friendships with figures ranging from Marlon Brando to Madeleine Albright; her political advocacy; and the fulfillment she’s found in her marriage to James Brolin.
 
No entertainer’s memoir has been more anticipated than Barbra Streisand’s, and this engrossing and delightful book will be eagerly welcomed by her millions of fans.
Reviews
Profile Avatar Athenasw Nov 2023

It was like Butter! Barbra sharing her story in a very intimate way, like you would share your secrets with a girlfriend. I’m a lifelong fan. Despite that, I gained even more respect and admiration for her as an artist and her approach to her work; the quality, depth and breath of her art.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Dec 2023

Excellent! One of the greatest talents ever born!

Profile Avatar Anonymous Dec 2023

My. Name is Barbra is a fantastic read especially because the narrator was so honest and real. You will Have a new appreciation for her and her stellar career.

Profile Avatar Lthomas May 2026

Streisand’s life has been extraordinary! I did not want this book to end! The addition of song tracks was a wonderful bonus. Her narration was welcoming and warm and I felt like I was part of her world for 48 hours and that she is now my friend. I loved this book!!!

Profile Avatar Anonymous Dec 2025

long but very interesting account by Barbra of her journey

Profile Avatar Anonymous Jun 2025

Excellent

Profile Avatar Anonymous Apr 2025

Too long and too detailed. Alot of name dropping.

Profile Avatar TinaY Dec 2024

A love letter to her own legacy!! No one could have written a better biography. I didn't want it to end!

Profile Avatar Anonymous Sep 2024

Barbra's autobiography is a very detailed story of her life and career. It is written warmly and personally, which makes it more interesting. I have loved listening to her sing for many years. Such a beautiful voice! I have also enjoyed the movies she acted in, as well as directed and produced. She is very talented. I did not know much about her personal life. Now, I do, and I admire her for her ambition and tenacity. She overcame several challenges to achieve her goals. I gave the book four stars because some of the chapters could have been a little less detailed. Also, I could have done without her political opinions. She seems to want to dismiss possibly half of her fans because they may not agree with her views, which is rather offensive. But she is certainly entitled to voice her view.

Profile Avatar Elise S. Aug 2024

Barbra is entertaining (as expected) and quite full of herself (also expected). But if you've got it, flaunt it! She gives numerous examples of times when she argued with or cajoled her colleagues into doing it her way. When they eventually capitulated, they all agreed that her way was the best choice. Interspersed with Barbra telling her story are snippets of her singing, which is a wonderful benefit of listening to this book instead of reading it.

Profile Avatar Vicki O. Aug 2024

I couldn't wait to read this book! I've been a fan of Barbra since I was 6 years old! The year was 1968 when I saw her on the big screen in Funny Girl and Hello Dolly. I was hooked!! What a delight it was to hear Barbra narrate her autobiography! I especially loved that she included actual recordings from her Broadway Debut in Funny Girl and many other recording from her albums and movies. I love how honest she is about her personality and self worth. I love Barbra's comments about food, politics and her drive to be her best in everything she does in life. She's a one of a kind talent! (4 stars due to the length, could have been edited a bit.)

Profile Avatar Jane P. Aug 2024

It was very revealing of every aspect of Barbara’s life

Profile Avatar Anonymous Jun 2024

Slow and very boring

Profile Avatar Barbara P. Apr 2024

I think that it was very moving, informative and a joy to listen to.

Profile Avatar Richard E. Apr 2024

Great dialog, voice,star

Profile Avatar Anonymous Apr 2024

Great, well written by Barbra Streisand

Profile Avatar Michal S. Mar 2024

Fantastic funny entertaining

Profile Avatar Marion S. Jan 2024

loved this book! She gives detailed insight into her life and career. I thoroughly enjoyed listening to her tell her story. Like a lovely afternoon cup of tea!

Profile Avatar Pam L. Jan 2024

Wonderful! What an amazing woman!So genuine and real.I couldn’t imagine hearing this memoir in anyone else’s voice! It was as if Barbra was speaking to me personally. Thank you for sharing your story.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Dec 2023

A very long listen, but definitely worth it. Listening to Barbara Streisand narrate her autobiography is an incredible experience for any Streisand fan. She is one of the most talented multidimensional artist in entertainment history.

Profile Avatar Elizabeth P. Dec 2023

I loved it. Bought the book and read two pages and thought I want to hear Barbra narrating this book so I purchased it through Audiobooks and it was wonderful. I felt like she was talking to me. So thorough ! Love Barbra more than ever and never thought that was possible.

My Name Is Barbra

My Name Is Barbra

Author: Barbra Streisand
Read by: Barbra Streisand
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