JIMMY STEWART: The Truth Behind the Legend - Hardcover

Munn, Michael

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1626360944 ISBN 13: 9781626360945

Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing, 2013

Synopsis

Many of the stars of the silver screen in twentieth-century Hollywood became national icons, larger-than-life figures held up as paragons of American virtues. Unfortunately, the private lives of actors such as John Wayne, Henry Fonda, and Errol Flynn rarely lived up to the idealistic roles they portrayed. However, James Stewart was known as the underdog fighter in many of his films and in real life. He was highly decorated for his bravery during his time as a bomber pilot during World War II and was adored for his earnest and kindly persona.Here many unknown sides of Stewart are revealed: his explosive temper, his complex love affairs, his service as a secret agent for the FBI, his innate shyness, and his passionate patriotism. Munn's personal touch shines through his writing, as he was a friend of Stewart and his wife, Gloria, and interviewed them as well as their colleagues and friends. This definitive biography reveals the childhood ups and downs that formed this cinema hero, explores the legendary Fonda-Stewart relationship, and recounts Stewart's experiences making acclaimed films that include The Philadelphia Story, Rear Window, Anatomy of a Murder, It's a Wonderful Life, and Mr. Smith Goes to Washington.

About this title

Review:

'This affectionate biography is intriguing and ground-breaking...the content is immensely valuable in exploring Stewart's dark side. The year's most enthralling book about the entertainment business'. --The Sunday Times

Book Description:

The comprehensive new portrait of a man who became a movie legend.

About this edition

• Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 1626360944
• ISBN 13: 9781626360945
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 336