In And Out Of Character: An Autobiography - Hardcover

Rathbone, Basil

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1258005735 ISBN 13: 9781258005733

Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC, 2011

Synopsis

In And Out Of Character: An Autobiography is a memoir written by the renowned British actor, Basil Rathbone. The book chronicles the life and career of Rathbone, from his childhood in England to his rise to fame in Hollywood. Rathbone is best known for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes in a series of films in the 1930s and 1940s, but he also had a successful stage career and appeared in numerous other films.The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods of Rathbone's life, including his early years in the theatre, his experiences in Hollywood, and his return to the stage in later years. Throughout the book, Rathbone provides insights into the acting profession, his personal life, and the historical events that shaped his world.Rathbone's writing style is engaging and witty, and he provides a behind-the-scenes look at the entertainment industry during the golden age of Hollywood. He also discusses his relationships with other famous actors and directors, including Errol Flynn, Laurence Olivier, and Alfred Hitchcock.In And Out Of Character: An Autobiography is a must-read for fans of classic Hollywood and anyone interested in the life and career of one of the most iconic actors of the 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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About the Author

Basil Rathbone appeared in over eighty films including Captain Blood, The Adventures of Robin Hood, and The Comedy of Terrors, and made thirteen appearances in the tremendously popular Sherlock Holmes series.

Edition details

• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Publication date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1258005735
• ISBN 13: 9781258005733
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 304