Louise Brooks: A Biography by Barry Paris
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Book Reviews of Louise Brooks: A Biography
Book Review: Best Film Star Biography Ever!
Summary: 5 Stars
In this fascinating book, Barry Paris paints a portrait of a remarkable woman, warts and all. Unlike many of the many biographies which only serve to inflate a stars already massive ego, this gives you the full story of one of the silent screens most interesting stars - and one whose fame was sadly short lived. Louise Brooks never followed the Hollywood rules, but in doing so ensured that her name would be remembered for more than just her acting. Barry Paris presents her story in a way which makes you want to read on, just to see what Louise does next! If you buy just one book this year, make it this...Book Review: The best biography I have ever read
Summary: 5 Stars
This is, without a doubt, the best biography I have ever read. I agree with the other reviewers that a big reason for that accolade is the fact that Mr. Paris writes about Louise Brooks as a person and not as a "movie star". In fact, my favorite portion of the book is the section on her life after Hollywood and prior to her writing career. Paris writes an incisive psychological portrait of a complex woman. And the last lines of the book, taken from one of Louise's letters, still haunt me--the perfect ending. Buy it, read it and treasure it.Book Review: Absolutely Excellent
Summary: 5 Stars
The Barry Paris biography of Louise Brooks is a harrowing, riveting and brilliant recollection of an obscure but genius silent film star. The wit, venom and power of Louise Brooks as an author, actor, and person are brought to light in this accessible and entertaining book. It is the bible for all fans of Louise Brooks and should be required reading for anyone with an interest in Hollywood, silent film, dance, and the fine art of celebrity. If you have half a brain and can get one eye open, this is the book for you.Book Review: Understanding Louise Brooks
Summary: 5 Stars
Superb biography of a simply fascinating personality. Here was a women who literally and figuratively had everything: stunning beauty; talent; training; desire; intelligence; in the right place at the right time, and knew the right people, to achieve both stage and screen immortality and who, multiple times--not just once -- multiple times, snatched defeat from the jaws of victory. What a story!Book Review: Biography and history
Summary: 5 Stars
This book is an expansive overview of the life of Louise Brooks and also of the early days of the movie industry. Very throughly researched, it gives a nuanced look and the beautiful, brilliant and maddeningly self-destructive icon. It also is a wonderful history of the entertainment world in the 1920's and the personalities who populated that world. A must-read from fans of Louise Brooks.