Author: James Robert Parish
Publisher: Kensington Publishing Corporation
ISBN:
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 476
Book Description
Here is the complete history of "Murder, She Wrote", with plot summaries of every episode, a full star biography, and candid, behind-the-scenes anecdotes by the cast and crew. Readers will discover who the show was originally written for, what important changes Angela Landsbury brought to the character, and where the New England locations were actually shot. photos.
The Unofficial Murder, She Wrote Casebook
Author: James Robert Parish
Publisher: Kensington Publishing Corporation
ISBN:
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 476
Book Description
Here is the complete history of "Murder, She Wrote", with plot summaries of every episode, a full star biography, and candid, behind-the-scenes anecdotes by the cast and crew. Readers will discover who the show was originally written for, what important changes Angela Landsbury brought to the character, and where the New England locations were actually shot. photos.
Publisher: Kensington Publishing Corporation
ISBN:
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 476
Book Description
Here is the complete history of "Murder, She Wrote", with plot summaries of every episode, a full star biography, and candid, behind-the-scenes anecdotes by the cast and crew. Readers will discover who the show was originally written for, what important changes Angela Landsbury brought to the character, and where the New England locations were actually shot. photos.
The Unofficial Murder She Wrote Casebook
Author: James Robert Parish
Publisher: Movie Publisher Services
ISBN: 9781556983467
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Publisher: Movie Publisher Services
ISBN: 9781556983467
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
The Hollywood Book of Scandals
Author: James Robert Parish
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN: 9780071421898
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 310
Book Description
More than 100 celebrity photographs offer readers an up-close look at the leading players in some of the biggest scandals to ever rock Tinseltown.
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN: 9780071421898
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 310
Book Description
More than 100 celebrity photographs offer readers an up-close look at the leading players in some of the biggest scandals to ever rock Tinseltown.
Stan Lee
Author: James Robert Parish
Publisher: Infobase Publishing
ISBN: 1438112041
Category : Biography
Languages : en
Pages : 129
Book Description
Stan Lee: Comic-Book Writer and Publisher profiles the life and career of the creator of Spider-Man, The Incredible Hulk, and many other famous comic-book characters. Stan Lee has had one of the most successful careers in th
Publisher: Infobase Publishing
ISBN: 1438112041
Category : Biography
Languages : en
Pages : 129
Book Description
Stan Lee: Comic-Book Writer and Publisher profiles the life and career of the creator of Spider-Man, The Incredible Hulk, and many other famous comic-book characters. Stan Lee has had one of the most successful careers in th
Icons of Mystery and Crime Detection [2 volumes]
Author: Mitzi M. Brunsdale
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 0313345317
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 806
Book Description
This book provides an introduction to 24 iconic figures, real and fictional, that have shaped the detective/mystery genre of popular literature. Icons of Mystery and Crime Detection: From Sleuths to Superheroes is an insightful look at one of our most popular and diverse fictional genres, providing a guided tour of mystery and crime writing by focusing on two dozen of the field's most enduring creations and creators. Icons of Mystery and Crime Detection spans the history of the detective story with series of critical entries on the field's most evocative names, from the originator of the form, Edgar Allan Poe, to its first popular running character, Sherlock Holmes; from the Golden Age of Sam Spade, Philip Marlowe, and Charlie Chan—in fiction and films—to small screen heroes, such as Columbo and Jessica Fletcher. Also included are other accomplished practitioners of the craft of mystery/crime storytelling, including Agatha Christie, Tony Hillerman, and Alfred Hitchcock.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 0313345317
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 806
Book Description
This book provides an introduction to 24 iconic figures, real and fictional, that have shaped the detective/mystery genre of popular literature. Icons of Mystery and Crime Detection: From Sleuths to Superheroes is an insightful look at one of our most popular and diverse fictional genres, providing a guided tour of mystery and crime writing by focusing on two dozen of the field's most enduring creations and creators. Icons of Mystery and Crime Detection spans the history of the detective story with series of critical entries on the field's most evocative names, from the originator of the form, Edgar Allan Poe, to its first popular running character, Sherlock Holmes; from the Golden Age of Sam Spade, Philip Marlowe, and Charlie Chan—in fiction and films—to small screen heroes, such as Columbo and Jessica Fletcher. Also included are other accomplished practitioners of the craft of mystery/crime storytelling, including Agatha Christie, Tony Hillerman, and Alfred Hitchcock.
Serial Crime Fiction
Author: Carolina Miranda
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 1137483695
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 254
Book Description
Serial Crime Fiction is the first book to focus explicitly on the complexities of crime fiction seriality. Covering definitions and development of the serial form, implications of the setting, and marketing of the series, it studies authors such as Doyle, Sayers, Paretsky, Ellroy, Marklund, Camilleri, Borges, across print, film and television.
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 1137483695
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 254
Book Description
Serial Crime Fiction is the first book to focus explicitly on the complexities of crime fiction seriality. Covering definitions and development of the serial form, implications of the setting, and marketing of the series, it studies authors such as Doyle, Sayers, Paretsky, Ellroy, Marklund, Camilleri, Borges, across print, film and television.
Margaret O'Brien
Author: Allan R. Ellenberger
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 1476604010
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 255
Book Description
Among Hollywood's child stars are some talented children, normal and pleasant who find fame in film. Margaret O'Brien is one; her career began in 1941. The fresh-faced moppet quickly became a sensation and won the 1944 Academy Award for Outstanding Child Actress. As Adele in Jane Eyre (1944) and Beth in Little Women (1949), Margaret endeared herself to millions. Despite the strain of growing up on screen, O'Brien continues to perform today. This reference work details O'Brien's remarkable and varied career on stage, screen, and television: it includes a biography and a complete listing of all her film, radio, stage, and television appearances, as well as references to her in magazines and newspapers. Each entry includes complete production information, as well as reviews and behind-the-scenes commentary. Included are forewords by Robert Young and O'Brien herself, who provided much of the information in this book. Dozens of photos, including many from O'Brien's personal collection, illustrate the text and show the varied stages of a career that includes both famous roles and famous friendships.
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 1476604010
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 255
Book Description
Among Hollywood's child stars are some talented children, normal and pleasant who find fame in film. Margaret O'Brien is one; her career began in 1941. The fresh-faced moppet quickly became a sensation and won the 1944 Academy Award for Outstanding Child Actress. As Adele in Jane Eyre (1944) and Beth in Little Women (1949), Margaret endeared herself to millions. Despite the strain of growing up on screen, O'Brien continues to perform today. This reference work details O'Brien's remarkable and varied career on stage, screen, and television: it includes a biography and a complete listing of all her film, radio, stage, and television appearances, as well as references to her in magazines and newspapers. Each entry includes complete production information, as well as reviews and behind-the-scenes commentary. Included are forewords by Robert Young and O'Brien herself, who provided much of the information in this book. Dozens of photos, including many from O'Brien's personal collection, illustrate the text and show the varied stages of a career that includes both famous roles and famous friendships.
Jim Henson
Author: James Robert Parish
Publisher: Infobase Publishing
ISBN: 1438111924
Category : Motion picture producers and directors
Languages : en
Pages : 145
Book Description
An introduction to the life and career of the puppeteer most famous for having created the Muppets.
Publisher: Infobase Publishing
ISBN: 1438111924
Category : Motion picture producers and directors
Languages : en
Pages : 145
Book Description
An introduction to the life and career of the puppeteer most famous for having created the Muppets.
Denzel Washington
Author: James Robert Parish
Publisher: Infobase Publishing
ISBN: 1438111835
Category : Actors
Languages : en
Pages : 129
Book Description
A biography of the African American actor who earned an historic second Academy Award in 2002 for his portrayal of Detective Alonzo Harris in the movie "Training Day."
Publisher: Infobase Publishing
ISBN: 1438111835
Category : Actors
Languages : en
Pages : 129
Book Description
A biography of the African American actor who earned an historic second Academy Award in 2002 for his portrayal of Detective Alonzo Harris in the movie "Training Day."
The Hollywood Book of Extravagance
Author: James Robert Parish
Publisher: Turner Publishing Company
ISBN: 1118039025
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 507
Book Description
Savor the inside scoop on over-the-top superstars "I'm not a paranoid, deranged millionaire. . . . I'm a billionaire!" "Acting is an empty and useless profession." "Good girls go to heaven. Bad girls go everywhere else." "I'm interested in being provocative and pushing people's buttons." Which screen icons gave us the quotes above? How do stars get away with self-indulgent, unrestrained behaviors-or do they? In The Hollywood Book of Extravagance, longtime industry insider and Hollywood historian James Robert Parish gives you a provocative look behind the scenes at the lavish indulgences and larger-than-life egos of Tinseltown's rich and famous. The featured celebrities range from heartthrobs to industry tycoons, and from yesterday's matinee idols to today's hottest celebs. The stars are grouped according to their excesses: ego, neurosis, partying, power, rich living, and romancing. You'll devour little-known details on the excesses and exploits of notables ranging from Mae West to Madonna, Greta Garbo to Marilyn Monroe and Marlon Brando, Bela Lugosi to John Belushi, Zsa Zsa Gabor to Paris Hilton, Errol Flynn to Jude Law, and many more.
Publisher: Turner Publishing Company
ISBN: 1118039025
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 507
Book Description
Savor the inside scoop on over-the-top superstars "I'm not a paranoid, deranged millionaire. . . . I'm a billionaire!" "Acting is an empty and useless profession." "Good girls go to heaven. Bad girls go everywhere else." "I'm interested in being provocative and pushing people's buttons." Which screen icons gave us the quotes above? How do stars get away with self-indulgent, unrestrained behaviors-or do they? In The Hollywood Book of Extravagance, longtime industry insider and Hollywood historian James Robert Parish gives you a provocative look behind the scenes at the lavish indulgences and larger-than-life egos of Tinseltown's rich and famous. The featured celebrities range from heartthrobs to industry tycoons, and from yesterday's matinee idols to today's hottest celebs. The stars are grouped according to their excesses: ego, neurosis, partying, power, rich living, and romancing. You'll devour little-known details on the excesses and exploits of notables ranging from Mae West to Madonna, Greta Garbo to Marilyn Monroe and Marlon Brando, Bela Lugosi to John Belushi, Zsa Zsa Gabor to Paris Hilton, Errol Flynn to Jude Law, and many more.