John Barrymore: A Bio-Bibliography

by Martin F. Norden

Appearing in about 60 films and dozens of stage and radio productions, John Barrymore (1882-1942) was arguably the most idolized performing arts figure of his generation. Renowned for his ability to make even the flimsiest roles come to life with power and passion, the Great Profile reached his apex with title role performances in stagings of Richard III (1920) and Hamlet (1922-25). This book charts his legendary and sometimes scandalous...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 031329268X
• ISBN13: 9780313292682
• Release Date: October 1995
• Publisher: Greenwood
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 1.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.4" x 9.6"