| John Gielgud: The Authorized Biography Contributor(s): Morley, Sheridan (Author) |
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ISBN: 1557835039 ISBN-13: 9781557835031 Publisher: Applause Books OUR PRICE: $18.00 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: April 2003 Annotation: Sir John Gielgud's acting career was among the most distinguished of his generation. Now, in this insightful biography, Morley traces not only the actor's career, but also gives a refreshingly frank look into Gielgud the man, and how his professional success as an actor often came at the expense of his personal happiness. 48 photos. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Biography & Autobiography | Entertainment & Performing Arts - Performing Arts | Theater - General - Biography & Autobiography | Music |
| Dewey: B |
| LCCN: 2003100025 |
| Series: Applause Books |
| Physical Information: 1.27" H x 6.29" W x 9.19" (1.90 lbs) 538 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Sir John Gielgud's acting career was among the most distinguished of his generation. In a lifetime that lasted nearly a century, he appeared in hundreds of theatrical productions and films, receiving virtually every acting honor given, including an Academy Award for his performance as Hobson the butler in the film Arthur. Now, in this insightful authorized biography, written with unprecedented access to Gielgud's diaries and personal letters, author Sheridan Morley traces not only the actor's career, but gives a refreshingly frank look into Gielgud the man, and how his professional success as an actor often came at the expense of his personal happiness. |