Title
Truffaut: A Biography
Delivery time: 8-12 business days (International)
One Of The Most Celebrated Filmmakers Of All Time, Francois Truffaut Was An Intensely Private Individual Who Cultivated The Public Image Of A Man Completely Consumed By His Craft. But His Personal Storyfrom Which He Drew Extensively To Create The Characters And Plots Of His Filmsis Itself An Extraordinary Human Drama. Now, With Captivating Immediacy, Antoine De Baecque And Serge Toubiana Give Us The Definitive Story Of This Beloved Artist.They Begin With The Unwanted, Mischievous Child Who Learned To Love Movies And Books As An Escape From Sadness And Confusion: As A Boy, Francois Came To Identify With Screen Characters And To Worship Actresses. Following His Early Adult Years As A Journalist, During Which He Gained Fame As France'S Most Iconoclastic Film Critic, The Obsessive Prodigy Began To Make Films Of His Own, And Before He Was Thirty, Notched The Two Masterpieces The 400 Blows And Jules And Jim. As Truffaut'S Dazzling Body Of Work Evolves, In The Shadow Of The Politics Of His Day, Including The Student Uprisings Of 1968, We Watch Him Learning The Lessons Of His Masters Fellini And Hitchcock. And We Witness The Progress Of His Often Tempestuous Personal Relationships, Including His Violent Fallingout With Jeanluc Godard (Who Owed Truffaut The Idea For Breathless) And His Rapturous Love Affairs With The Many Glamorous Actresses He Directed, Among Them Jacqueline Bisset And Jeanne Moreau. With Fanny Ardant, Truffaut Had A Child Only Thirteen Months Before Dying Of A Brain Tumor At The Age Of Fiftytwo.Here Is A Life Of Astonishing Emotional Range, From The Anguish Of Severe Depression To The Exaltation Of Oscar Victory. Based On Unprecedented Access To Truffaut'S Papers, Including Notes Toward An Unwritten Autobiography, De Baecque And Toubiana'S Richly Detailed Work Is An Incomparably Authoritative Revelation Of A Singular Genius.
By changing our most important processes and
products, we have already made a big leap forward. This ranges from the
increased use of more sustainable fibers to the use of more
environmentally friendly printing processes to the development of
efficient waste management in our value chain.
⚠️ WARNING (California Proposition 65):
This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
For more information, please visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We ship your order within 2–3 business days for USA deliveries and 5–8 business days for international shipments. Once your package has been dispatched from our warehouse, you'll receive an email confirmation with a tracking number, allowing you to track the status of your delivery.
Returns
To facilitate a smooth return process, a Return Authorization (RA) Number is required for all returns. Returns without a valid RA number will be declined and may incur additional fees. You can request an RA number within 15 days of the original delivery date. For more details, please refer to our Return & Refund Policy page.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We ship your order within 2–3 business days for USA deliveries and 5–8 business days for international shipments. Once your package has been dispatched from our warehouse, you'll receive an email confirmation with a tracking number, allowing you to track the status of your delivery.
Returns
To facilitate a smooth return process, a Return Authorization (RA) Number is required for all returns. Returns without a valid RA number will be declined and may incur additional fees. You can request an RA number within 15 days of the original delivery date. For more details, please refer to our Return & Refund Policy page.
Warranty
We provide a 2-year limited warranty, from the date of purchase for all our products.
If you believe you have received a defective product, or are experiencing any problems with your product, please contact us.
This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
Warranty
We provide a 2-year limited warranty, from the date of purchase for all our products.
If you believe you have received a defective product, or are experiencing any problems with your product, please contact us.
This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
Secure Payment
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
We accept payments with :
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Paypal, Shopify Payments, Shop Pay and more.
Secure Payment
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
We accept payments with :
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Paypal, Shopify Payments, Shop Pay and more.
Related Products
You may also like
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Truffaut: A Biography' about? A: 'Truffaut: A Biography' provides an in-depth look at the life and career of the acclaimed filmmaker Francois Truffaut. It explores his personal struggles, relationships, and the influence of his experiences on his filmmaking.
- Q: Who are the authors of this biography? A: The biography is authored by Antoine de Baecque and Serge Toubiana, who have conducted extensive research and gained unprecedented access to Truffaut's papers.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 510 pages, providing a comprehensive account of Truffaut's life and work.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: 'Truffaut: A Biography' is available in paperback binding, making it easy to handle and read.
- Q: When was this biography published? A: The biography was published on September 4, 2000.
- Q: Is there any information about Truffaut's personal life in the book? A: Yes, the book delves into Truffaut's personal relationships, including his love affairs and his relationship with fellow filmmaker Jean-Luc Godard.
- Q: What can readers expect in terms of writing style? A: Readers can expect a richly detailed and engaging narrative that combines biographical facts with an exploration of Truffaut's emotional landscape.
- Q: Does the book include any insights from Truffaut's own writings? A: Yes, the biography is based on Truffaut's papers, including notes towards an unwritten autobiography, providing unique insights into his thoughts and experiences.
- Q: Is this the first edition of the biography? A: Yes, this is the first edition of 'Truffaut: A Biography'.
- Q: Who would benefit from reading this biography? A: Film enthusiasts, students of cinema, and anyone interested in the life of Francois Truffaut will find this biography informative and insightful.