The author, david stenn, also wrote bombshell the life and death of jean harlow which i recommend as highly as running wild. Jean harlow was an american film actress and sex symbol of the 1930s. David stenns biography is an interesting piece of work. The life and death of jean harlow by david stenn 1993. Nothing has been left to chance in this doggedly researched book. Concurrently with his early television career, stenn wrote the biographies clara bow. David stenn is an american television writerproducer, biographer, and film preservationist. Two years later, she starred in the metrogoldwynmayer film bombshell 1933. May show signs of minor shelf wear and contain limited notes and highlighting. The life and death of jean harlow by david stenn and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Stenn the wellreceived clara bow, 1988 gives a sympathetic, wellrounded harlow one immensely superior to the harlow.
Bombshell was named a new york times notable book of the year, and clara. His television credits range from hill street blues to boardwalk empire, and he is also known for his highlyregarded biographies of iconic hollywood stars clara bow and jean harlow. Publication date 1993 topics harlow, jean, 19111937, motion picture actors and actresses publisher new york. David stenn s biography is an interesting piece of work. The blonde bombshell in the glamour capital, 19281937 by mark a. Rather winning life of jean harlow, with some revisions on the tale offered by samuel marx and joyce vanderveen in deadly illusions 1990and many fresh interviews plus a handful of new folks speaking out who have kept silent until now. Often nicknamed the blonde bombshell and the platinum blonde, she was. The life and death of jean harlow 1993, both edited by jacqueline onassis at doubleday. Her name epitomizes an era, a decade of depression in which har. The term bombshell is a forerunner to the term sex symbol and originally used to describe popular female sex icons in modern usage, bombshell refers to a very attractive woman. Css bombshell, american civil war army transport ship. This book transcends most film biographies because of the exhaustive study of ms.
The life and death of jean harlow, a book by david stenn. She looked spencer over, tip to toe, as though she were considering buying him. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Bombshell, 2016 video game by interceptor entertainment and 3d realms. Bombshell is a great book for anyone who loves old hollywood, jean harlow, or is just curious before i read bombshell, i did not know so much about jean harlow, apart from her films. David stenn is the go to man on anything clara bow, his book running wild, has it all, a life contained within the covers, from claras impoverished abusive childhood, to her first tentative steps into the film. Widely praised for their sensitivity and depth of research, both books are considered definitive works on their subjects. David stenns book is a meticulously researched, superbly written biography that answers the questions that inevitably pop up when we encounter jean.
Get your kindle here, or download a free kindle reading app. Jean harlow 19111937 reigned as hollywoods original platinum blonde sex symbol in the years before her death. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. The life and death of jean harlow, her training for obedient success began in utero. With interviews and pertinent information from the people that knew and loved her, this book debunks all of the lies and misinterpretations of her short life, career and death from acute nephritis, at age 26. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Bombshell is a 1933 american precode romantic comedydrama film directed by victor fleming starring jean harlow, lee tracy, frank morgan, c. The life and death of nicholas ii edvard radzinsky, in the russian style and bombshell. The life and death of jean harlow by david stenn 1993 0901 david stenn on. Harlow was only on the screen from 1928 to 1937, before her death at the. When it comes to writing golden age hollywood biographies, the pen is deadlier than the sword justine turner is a worldfamous biographer of hollywood stars. David stenn s book is an excellent written book about the life and the tragic death of harlow.
Eileen heckartbest supporting actress, 1972 for butterflies are free. Apr 01, 2016 david stenn, a television writer who transitioned to books with a respected biography of clara bow, was working on another biography, of jean harlow, when he happened on a story that had pushed harlows death off the front pages of newspapers of the day. The jean harlow bombshell a classic star biography mystery 1 mollie cox bryan on. The life and legends of jean harlow is an interesting biography of the legendary star from that bygone era of hollywood. The life and death of jean harlow by david stenn, page 151, 162. Her name epitomizes an era, a decade of depression in which harsh reality created a demand for lush film fantasy and no hollywood star was as luscious or. David stenn books list of books by author david stenn. Then she smiled her friendliest smile and said, youre rather short, arent you. Yes, she was very stylish and i enjoyed these books that she edited. The life and death of jean harlow 9780385421577 by stenn, david and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids. With interviews and pertinent information from the people that knew and loved her, this book debunks all of the lies and misinterpretations of her short life, career and death. Despite harlow s blinding fame, the events of her life have been obscured by a fiftyyear haze of secrets, lies, and silence.
One of the blurbs on posters was lovely, luscious, exotic jean harlow as the blonde bombshell of filmdom. David stenn her name epitomizes an era, a decade of depression in which harsh reality created a demand for lush film fantasy and no hollywood star was as luscious or fantastic as jean harlow. The life and death of jean harlow, a book by david stenn bombshell video game, 2016 video game by interceptor entertainment and 3d realms bombshell, an historical biography about the life of barbara goette. The film has been said to be based on harlows own life or that of 1920s it girl clara bow. Finally, after years of research, critically acclaimed biographer david stenn. See all books authored by david stenn, including clara bow. I had read a couple of clara bow biographies prior to purchasing this book and they are trash when compared to running wild. Were featuring millions of their reader ratings on our book pages to help you find your new favourite book. They are probably the two best biographies that i have had the pleasure of reading. Peter graves narrates this 1996 account of the life and career of harlean harlow carpenter, from her 1911 birth, in kansas city, missouri, an only child of an only child, real estate fortune heiress, jean harlow.
Harlow was only on the screen from 1928 to 1937, before her death at the age of 26, but she became one of the biggest movie stars in the world, whose image in the public eye has endured. David stenn, in a meticulously researched biography, details with sensitivity the brief, poignant life of depressionera film superstar, jean harlow. The jean harlow bombshell a classic star biography mystery. The tone is loving but its a fun read, crammed with dishy anecdotes about marilyn monroe, marlene dietrich and lucille ball, to name a few. Bombshell by david stenn, 9780967282220, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Eve golden tries to portray her life objectively, offering insights and her own commentary and critiques of harlows electric life and career.
The life and death of jean harlow by david stenn 1993 0901. It chronicles the life and times of the legendary actress and gets into details in the areas that have been under speculation for years paul berns death, harlow s relationships, harlow s untimely death. The first woman to be known as a bombshell was jean harlow, who was nicknamed the blonde bombshell for her film platinum blonde 1931. The life and death of jean ha has 1 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. Jan 22, 2020 the book gives us a peek into the peculiar state of living just outside the spotlight. Despite harlow s blinding fame, the events of her life have been obscured by a fiftyyear haze of secrets, lies and silence. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. I knew very little about this woman, even though her photos and name have maintained celebrity and recognition, even after her untimely death at the age of twentysix from kidney failure.
Finally, after years of research, critically acclaimed biographer david stenn has unearthed the truth behind the improbable rise of this towheaded tomboy from kansas city, her huge success, and her tragic fall. Bombshell by stenn, david and a great selection of. Jean harlow died young, bedridden, and losing her hair. Jean harlow book worth reading film institute book club hollywood poster best biographies life and death jackie kennedy what others are saying bombshell is the definitive biography on jean harlow. The life and death of jean harlow 9780967282220 by stenn, david and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Bombshell the life and death of jean harlow by david stenn. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. March 3, 1911 june 7, 1937 was an american film actress and sex symbol of the 1930s.
Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Jul 31, 2015 despite harlow s blinding fame, the events of her life have been obscured by a fiftyyear haze of secrets, lies and silence. Bombshell by stenn, david and a great selection of related books. Mar 03, 2011 the book is crammed with bits and pieces of information such as the mother figuratively and literally eliminating jean s father from her life. The life and death of jean harlow by david stenn 1993, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. Bombshells, a play by australian playwright joanna murraysmith. The book provides an interesting look at harlean carpenteraka jean harlow who appeared to be an accomplished cook and hostess and essentially a midwest gal at heart who hung around with a lot of. The life and death of jean harlow 2 by stenn, david isbn. Browse the amazon editors picks for the best books of 2019, featuring our favorite reads in. Publication date 1993 topics harlow, jean, 19111937, motion. A sensitive heart beat underneath the churlish exterior, however, and sanders took his own life several years after the book. Used items may not include supplementary materials such as cds or access codes.