The luminous star of Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, Shane, and other classic films was, as the subtitle aptly puts it, "the actress nobody knew." Jean Arthur (1900-91) kept her personal life private, disdained the Hollywood publicity machine, and was called "difficult" because of her perfectionism and remoteness from costars on the movie set. John Oller, a lawyer, tracked down kinsfolk and friends never before interviewed to capture the elusive personality of a free spirit best embodied in her favorite role, Peter Pan. ...
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The luminous star of Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, Shane, and other classic films was, as the subtitle aptly puts it, "the actress nobody knew." Jean Arthur (1900-91) kept her personal life private, disdained the Hollywood publicity machine, and was called "difficult" because of her perfectionism and remoteness from costars on the movie set. John Oller, a lawyer, tracked down kinsfolk and friends never before interviewed to capture the elusive personality of a free spirit best embodied in her favorite role, Peter Pan. Arthur herself might have appreciated his warm, respectful portrait. "...???An??? insightful, painstakingly researched analysis of Arthur's life and career raises the curtain on the complex, conflicted person behind the screen persona...Captures the special shine of a unique star who turned out to be a genuine eccentric." - Chicago Tribune
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Stated First Limelight Edition February 1997, first printing with no additional printings noted, in near fine / very good condition. Two pages have a couple tiny dots in the margin area, but otherwise the pages are clean and crisp with no bent corners. Boards are as new, and the spine is square and tight. The dust jacket is clean and undamaged. The book is in near like new condition with an unclipped DJ, and no remainder mark. All items guaranteed, and a portion of each sale supports social programs in Los Angeles. Ships from CA.
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Fine in fine dust jacket. Sewn binding. Paper over boards. Audience: General/trade. First edition, first printing. Book and jacket in fine condition. Shipped to you in a box, not a padded mailer.
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New in Very Good dust jacket. 0879100907. Book New. NO notes or ANY markings. A 2" shelf tear at REAR of DJ near spine head else NEW. Not clipped ($25) Publisher silk book marker in place.; 358 pages.
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As New in As New dust jacket. 0879100907. Book and DJ New. NO notes or ANY markings. No other names. Publisher silk book marker ribbon in place. New DJ not clipped ($25); Photos, film clips; 358 pages.