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Joan Crawford: The Essential Biography explores the life and career of one of Hollywood's great dames. She was a leading film personality for more than fifty years, from her beginnings as a dancer in silent films of the 1920s, to her portrayals of workingclass shop girls in the Depression thirties, to her Oscarwinning performances in classic films such as Mildred Pierce. Crawford's legacy, however, has become somewhat tarnished in the wake of her daughter Christina's memoir, Mommie Dearest, which turned her into a national joke. Today, many picture Crawford only as a wirehangerwielding shrew rather than the personification of Hollywood glamour.This new biography of Crawford sets the record straight, going beyond the gossip to find the truth about the legendary actress. The authors knew Crawford well and conducted scores of interviews with her and many of her friends and costars, including Frank Capra, George Cukor, Nicholas Ray, and Sidney Greenstreet. Far from a whitewashCrawford was indeed a colorful and difficult character Joan Crawford corrects many lies and tells the story of one of Hollywood's most influential stars, complete with onset anecdotes and other movie lore.Through extensive interviews, indepth analysis, and evaluation of her films and performancesboth successes and failuresLawrence J. Quirk and William Schoell present Crawford's story as both an appreciation and a reevaluation of her extraordinary life and career. This fascinating book tells the behindthescenes story of one of Hollywood's great dames.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Joan Crawford: The Essential Biography'? A: 'Joan Crawford: The Essential Biography' explores the life and career of actress Joan Crawford, detailing her journey from a silent film dancer to a prominent Hollywood star, while addressing both her achievements and controversies.
- Q: Who are the authors of this biography? A: The biography is authored by Lawrence J. Quirk and William Schoell, who conducted extensive interviews and research to provide a comprehensive view of Joan Crawford's life.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Joan Crawford: The Essential Biography' was published on September 30, 2002.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This biography contains 344 pages.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: Yes, this is the first edition of 'Joan Crawford: The Essential Biography'.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition, ensuring a quality reading experience.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: 'Joan Crawford: The Essential Biography' falls under the category of Acting & Auditioning.
- Q: Does this biography include personal anecdotes about Joan Crawford? A: Yes, the biography includes on-set anecdotes and insights from interviews with Crawford and her co-stars.
- Q: What makes this biography different from other books about Joan Crawford? A: This biography aims to correct myths and provides an in-depth analysis of Crawford's life and career, going beyond gossip to present a balanced view of her legacy.