John Gielgud - (Applause Books) by Sheridan Morley (Paperback)

About the Book

Sir John Gielgud's acting career was among the most distinguished of his generation. Now, in this insightful biography, Morley traces not only the actor's career, but also gives a refreshingly frank look into Gielgud the man, and how his professional success as an actor often came at the expense of his personal happiness. 48 photos.

Book Synopsis

Sir John Gielgud's acting career was among the most distinguished of his generation. In a lifetime that lasted nearly a century, he appeared in hundreds of theatrical productions and films, receiving virtually every acting honor given, including an Academy Award for his performance as Hobson the butler in the film Arthur. Now, in this insightful authorized biography, written with unprecedented access to Gielgud's diaries and personal letters, author Sheridan Morley traces not only the actor's career, but gives a refreshingly frank look into Gielgud the man, and how his professional success as an actor often came at the expense of his personal happiness.

Review Quotes

." . . It will likely stand as the definitive biography . . ."

." . . Reading Morley is like being smuggled into Gielgud's dressing room while that famously lyrical voice rains down showers of gossip . . ."

." . . Sheridan Morley's portrait of the beloved and remarkable John Gielgud . . . brings down the house . . ."

"Sir John Gielgud knew what he was doing when he authorized Sheridan Morley to write his life story. He takes the reader on a wonderful journey through the English and American theatre of the century passed. It's a treat from start to finish."

About the Author

Sheridan Morley is an award-winning theatre critic and broadcaster. He is also the author of several biographies, with subjects that range from Noël Coward and David Niven to his late father, Robert Morley, and grandmother, Dame Gladys Cooper. He lives in London.