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The Perfect American,Used
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The Perfect American is a fictionalized biography of Walt Disneys final months, as narrated by Wilhelm Dantine, an Austrian cartoonist who worked for Disney in the 40s and 50s, illustrating sequences for Sleeping Beauty. It is also the story of Dantine himself, who desperately seeks Disneys recognition at the risk of his own ruin.Peter Stephan Jungk has infused a new energy into the genre of fictionalized biography. Dantine, imbued with a sense of European superiority, first refuses to submit to Disneys rule, but is nevertheless fascinated by the childlike omnipotence of a man who identifies with Mickey Mouse. We discover Walts delusions of immortality via cryogenic preservation, his tirades alongside his Abraham Lincoln talking robot, his invitation of Nikita Khruschev to Disneyland once he learns that the Soviet Premier wants to visit the park, his utopian visions of his EPCOT project, and his backyard labyrinth of toy trains. Yet, if at first Walt seems to have a magic wand granting him all his wishes, we soon discover that he is as tortured as the man who tells his story.After Disney refuses to acknowledge Dantines selfprofessed talent and hard work, he fires the frustrated cartoonist for writing, along with other staff members, an anonymous polemical memorandum regarding Disneys jingoistic politics. Years later, in the late 60s, still deeply wounded by his dismissal, Dantine follows Disneys trail to capture what makes Walt tick. Dantine wants us to grasp what it is like to live and breathe around the man who thought of himself as more famous than Santa Claus. Walts wife Lillian, his confidante and perhaps his mistress Hazel, his brother Roy, his children Diane and Sharon, his close and illtreated collaborators, and famous figures such as Peter Ustinov, Salvador Dali, Andy Warhol, and Geraldine Chaplin, all contribute to the novels animation, its feel for the life of the Disney world.This deeply researched work not only provides interesting interpretations of what made Walt Disney a central figure in American popular culture, but also explores the complex expectations of gifted European immigrants who came to the United States after World War II with preconceived notions of how to achieve the American dream.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Perfect American' about? A: 'The Perfect American' is a fictionalized biography focusing on Walt Disney's final months, narrated by Wilhelm Dantine, an Austrian cartoonist. It explores Dantine's quest for recognition from Disney and delves into Disney's complex character and legacy.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Perfect American'? A: The author of 'The Perfect American' is Peter Stephan Jungk, known for his unique approach to fictionalized biographies.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'The Perfect American' was published on April 17, 2004.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Perfect American' have? A: The book contains 192 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'The Perfect American'? A: 'The Perfect American' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: What condition is this book in? A: The item condition of 'The Perfect American' is rated as Very Good.
- Q: Is 'The Perfect American' a first edition? A: Yes, this edition of 'The Perfect American' is a first edition.
- Q: What genre does 'The Perfect American' belong to? A: 'The Perfect American' is categorized under the genre of Biographical literature.
- Q: Who are some notable figures mentioned in the book? A: The book features notable figures such as Walt Disney's wife Lillian, his brother Roy, and cultural icons like Salvador Dali and Andy Warhol.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'The Perfect American'? A: The novel explores themes of ambition, recognition, and the complexities of immigrant experiences in pursuit of the American dream.