Synopsis
Gielgud - A Theatrical Life 1904-2000
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Published by Methuen
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The highly praised biography of the greatest classical actor of the twentieth century, whose astonishing career spanned nearly eighty years in films, radio, television and the theatre
For his superbly written, honest and rounded life of this much-loved man, Jonathan Croall has talked in detail to more than a hundred friends and colleagues who worked with Gielgud
These include John Mills, Peter Ustinov, Sarah Miles, Dirk Bogarde, Michael Pennington, Edward Albee and Peter Brook
The book captures his childhood as a member of one of the biggest theatrical dynasties - the Terry family - his rise to fame through his triumphs in Shakespeare at the Old Vic
His work with contemporary playwrights such as Harold Pinter
His Oscar-winning movie performances
And the profound influence he had on actors such Alec Guinness and Michael Redgrave
REVIEWS
"A remarkable achievement ... a worthy tribute to a loveable man and a dedicated artist" ~ Times Literary Supplement
"Elegant, compendious and hugely enjoyable ..." ~ Scotsman
"As much a history of theatre as a biography, it is a model of research and readability" ~ Independent