Books like Playground by Jennifer Saginor
In this nonfiction memoir, author Jennifer Saginor recounts her childhood spent inside the Playboy Mansion. Growing up under the watchful eyes of her father, who served as Hugh Hefner’s personal physician, she experienced the unique blend of opulence and culture that defined the mansion’s social scene. Saginor reflects on the impact that this extraordinary environment, filled with celebrities, parties, and a distinct household culture, had on her development and worldview.
First publish date: June 14, 2005
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Autobiography
Authors: Jennifer Saginor
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