Paul Newman: A Life
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Book Overview
A racy leading man, a devoted husband and father, an American icon. Any of these would describe Hollywood legend Paul Newman. Almost everyone the world over knows the public story of America's heartthrob, but few know what really went on beyond the silver screen--until now. Quirk's book chronicles how Newman, armed with his astonishing good looks and what his acting teacher called "magnetic presence," rushed into acting and marriage to get away from his father's disapproving eye. As Quirk deftly unveils, however, Newman was unprepared to settle down, and the vows of marriage only served to ward off rumors of his suspected homosexuality. Quirk details Newman's rocky marriage, the joyful birth of his first child, and his first acting breaks on Broadway where he met his second wife, Joanne Woodward.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1589794370
ISBN13:9781589794375
Release Date:September 2009
Publisher:Taylor Trade Publishing
Length:384 Pages
Weight:1.15 lbs.
Dimensions:0.8" x 6.0" x 8.9"
Customer Reviews
3 ratings
A top pick for biography collections with a focus on the silver screen
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
From countless Hollywood films to charitable popcorn, there's a reason Paul Newman is regarded as a legend. "Paul Newman: A Life" is a biography of this legendary individual who for the better part of a century captivated audiences around the world. Lawrence Quirk tells the mans story which isn't always as glorious as Hollywood would make it out to be and tells a story of a man who sought acceptance from his father and was a man like any other. "Paul Newman" presents a very human view of the film icon, a top pick for biography collections with a focus on the silver screen.
detailed bio
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
A detailed bio of Paul Newman and his movies. I would have liked to have known more about his life before he got into the movies more. Great book if you are a fan of his movies and of him. Hila
Not the usual fan biography
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 21 years ago
Quirk, the author of more than 20 film-star biographies, reveals a Newman that might be unfamiliar to his adoring fans. Book reveals something of Newman's dark side and takes a sharp look at his acting as well. Hard-hitting and not written for members of Newman's cult following. A must-have for the Newman completist.
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