Synopses & Reviews
One of the greatest biographies of all time
An epic biography of an epic moviemaker by, an esteemed film historian.
Lean's own life as well as details of the making of such classics as The Bridge on the River Kwai, Lawrence of Arabia, and Doctor Zhivago, are contained in a volume hailed as a masterpiece of bookmaking:
-- More than 150 black and white photos throughout text
-- 32-page insert of art quality black and white photos
-- 16-page insert of color photos
-- Filmography and bibliography
Gratifying comprehensive" -- The New York Times Book Review
"A magnificient, essential work". -- Publishers Weekly(Starred Review)
"Enormously thorough, the book itself handsomely produced and richly illustrated". -- Los Angeles Times