Status
Available
Publication
Thomas Dunne Books (2010), Edition: First Edition, 480 pages
Description
Providing probing and detailed coverage of Hedy Lamarr's five marriages, children, various lawsuits, radio roles and shoplifting headlines, Shearer has combined extensive archival research with insightful interview quotes. The result is a fascinating biography that recreates Hollywood's Golden Age of Glamour.
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LibraryThing member knahs
Well done bio of screen beauty, Hedy Lamarr. What I liked is that the author did include quotes from Lamarr's children as well as those who knew or worked with her. A good deal of research was done and there were plenty of footnotes. A good listing of Lamarr's work in film, radio, and television
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was provided. The book was easy to read and contained several photographs that I had not previously seen. Show Less
Language
Original language
English
Physical description
480 p.; 6.5 inches
ISBN
0312550987 / 9780312550981