Cary Grant: A Bio-Bibliography (Bio-Bibliographies in the Performing Arts) [Hardcover]

Beverley Bare Buehrer (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0313264430 | ISBN-13: 978-0313264436 | Publication Date: April 20, 1990 | Edition: annotated edition

One of the biggest stars that Hollywood ever produced, Cary Grant was a unique performer with an instantly recognizable persona and an appeal that lasted well beyond his retirement from the screen. Adept at playing both comic and dramatic roles, and as comfortable in a romantic scene as he was with a pratfall, Grant eventually became something of an icon, a romantic idol whom women wanted to love and men wanted to emulate. This bio-bibliography provides an overview of the life and career of this superstar, and, unlike other biographies, it gives as much weight to Grant the star as it does to Grant the private person. The book contains several sections that highlight individual aspects of Grant's life and career. The biographical sections review the personal facts of the actor's life, from his lower-class birth in England to his screen stardom in America, while a chronology presents an overview of the important professional and personal events in his life. Four separate chapters detail Grant's career, providing comprehensive listings of his films, stage appearances, radio and television credits, and recordings. The book concludes with an annotated bibliography of articles published in books and periodicals, as well as a subject index. This work will be a welcome resource for film fans and scholars, and an important reference for courses in film history. It will also be a valuable addition to both public and academic libraries.

Editorial Reviews

Review

“This latest entry in Greenwood's 'Bio-Bibliographies in the Performing Arts' series differs from earlier books about Cary Grant in being primarily a reference tool. The biographical essay with which Buehrer's book opens occupies only 27 pages of this 200-page work. A chronology follows, and next an extensive filmography presenting complete credits, synopsis, author's comments and excerpts from contemporary reviews of each of Grant's many films. Also included are sections on Grant's radio, TV, and stage appearances: an annotated bibliography; index; and ten black-and-white photos. Useful for stong popular collections, inasmuch as Grant was an enormously popular but not an especially profound or innovative artist.”–Choice

“As with all books in the Bio-Bibliography series, `Cary Grant' includes a biography, chronology, filmography, discography, annotated bibliography, and a listing of appearances on radio, television and the stage. This entry in the series is particularly well written, and includes considerable and valuable documentation. Recommended.”–Classic Images

About the Author

BEVERLEY BARE BUEHRER is a contributor to The Magill Survey of Cinema and a free-lance writer.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 216 pages
• Publisher: Greenwood Press; annotated edition edition (April 20, 1990)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0313264430
• ISBN-13: 978-0313264436
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.2 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,796,410 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars THE Cary Grant Reference Book - A Must-Have for Die-Hard Fan, November 21, 2002

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Deborah Dunlap (USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Cary Grant: A Bio-Bibliography (Bio-Bibliographies in the Performing Arts) (Hardcover)

The most comprehensive Cary Grant filmography available, including a chapter-long informative biography. From his earliest stage appearances to cameos after he retired, this book lists them, even to include a chronology of the significant events in his life. Stage, film, radio, television, magazines, books, records ... if Cary did it, you'll most likely find it listed.

You'll find info on the casts, dates, studios, directors, crews, plot synopsis, reviews and commentaries on all his films. The commentaries often include information about the making of the film, choice of stars, profitability, working relationships, and events that occurred in Cary's life during the making of the film.

I'd call Buehrer's book my Cary Grant encyclopedia. Probably the book I turn to most often. If you want a comprehensive guide to Cary's work, this is it. You won't find better.

One note: While this book IS the ultimate Cary Grant reference book, it is not a Cary Grant photo book. There are very few photos. If you're looking for a great Cary Grant photo book to drool over, get "Cary Grant: A Life in Pictures" by Jenny Curtis.

5.0 out of 5 stars Cary Grant;A bio-bibliography, October 10, 2007

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Yokio Morikawa "Sachiko Morikawa" (Kyoto,Japan) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Cary Grant: A Bio-Bibliography (Bio-Bibliographies in the Performing Arts) (Hardcover)

The book writes about so many episodos I would like to know.I am reading it everyday using English-Japanese dictionery and quite enjoyable.I really think it was so nice that I got it.