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Films of Carole Lombard (Film Books)

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Frederick C. Ott's book was my first full-length introduction to the great screwball comedienne, after reading about her (and becoming fascinated by her outgoing personality and ahead-of-her-time attitudes) in biographies of Clark Gable. My original first edition is somewhat dog-eared but it remains a favorite, even after the publication of such books as Gable and Lombard, Larry Swindell's biography, and Leonard Maltin's study of her film career. Filled with photos, both candids and studio stills, the book begins with a well-written, well-researched biography. The films section is familiar to most fans who read such books. My only criticisms regarding this book is that it's too short, but then that's hardly the fault of the author, is it? However, I would have liked to have seen coverage of Lombard's somewhat active radio career and her likenesses on the many ads she did for Coca-Cola, Lux Soap, DeSoto, and other companies throughout the 1930s. All in all, I still think Ott's book belongs in every Lombard library

The biographical section of Carole's life is way too short, as was her life. The photographs are priceless which make this book my most prized Lombard selection. INVALUABLE is the key word. Wish there were more out there

Carole Lombard was one of the top stars of the '30's. this book is a must for any Lombard fan. There's a biography, reviews of all her films, along with cast & credit lists, release dates and running times. Best of all, it's loaded with photos, including Gable's favorite portrait of her. There's even a shot of James Montgomery Flagg's rendering of her. A great star - a great book!