Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Plunges into Hollywood (Bathroom Readers) (Paperback)

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Uncle John’s team of stellar researchers has dug deep to probe the mysteries, mayhem, and majesty of the movies and their makers. This witty tome for the throne covers such topics as landmarks (just how tall is the Hollywood sign?); mind-boggling special effects; Hollywood murder mysteries, including the strange death of Jean Harlow’s husband; "Where Are They Now?", a guide to the final resting places of the stars; and lists of the best and worst flicks in several categories, including westerns, sci fi, action, drama, biopics, comedies, and many more. Of course, no book on Hollywood is complete without plenty of diva-licious dish: "Joan Crawford vs. X" details her bitter, bizarre rivalries with Bette Davis and Norma Shearer. Jam-packed with quotes, historical tidbits, puzzles, quizzes, and the effluvia of Hollywood, Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Plunges into Hollywood is sure to keep film buffs enthralled while enthroned.

Product Details

• Paperback: 504 pages
• Publisher: Portable Press (January 18, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1592234976
• ISBN-13: 978-1592234974
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.2 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #215,002 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Two Thumbs Up for Uncle John's Latest!, March 15, 2006

By	Michael OConnor "Wordsmith" (Wausau, WI USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

I have been a fan of the Uncle John series since the very first Bathroom Reader came on the scene. The series is perfect fodder for trivia-craving minds like mine! I have especially enjoyed their "Plunges Into" books - Great Lives, History, etc.

Like the previous "Plunges" volumes, the "Hollywood" book is a hoot. You can dip into the book at any page and come up with fascinating material on actors & actresses, awards, directors, studios, scandals, good movies/bad movies, special effects, bloopers and much, much more. Almost 500 pages of pure delight!

Trivia buffs and movie afficiandos will love this. I know I did. At $17.95, how can you go wrong?!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Another great book, March 10, 2006

By	Jeanne M. Emerson (Farmingville, NY United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I really love these books. They are interesting and a really quick read. (I never read them in the bathroom, though!). I have all the other Bathroom Readers and I look forward to every new one they create. Keep the great books coming!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Strange title, but a fun book., February 2, 2007

By	Dr. Fred R. Eichelman "arous" (Salem,, VA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This was a gift from a media friend of ours. She knows I stay in the car and read when my wife shops. So this is more a car book than a bathroom book. It is fun and there are so many sections in so many categories and covers most of the great stars. The only complaint I would make is that there are some great ones only given a sentence or not mentioned at all. A sequel to this book is needed. We need more on Susan Hayward than a line. And we do need material on other favorites like Rhonda Fleming, Deanna Lund and Joyce Meadows. Very much appreciated was information on the old great horror films, science fiction, Westerns and action/adventure.