Movie Star Biographies

Here are a smattering of recent books on movie stars.



Robert Mitchum: Baby I Don't Care
By Lee Server

Robert Mitchum created a new style in movie acting--the hip antihero. His colorful life is covered comprehensively in this well-reviewed book.



American Prince: a memoir
By Tony Curtis

A forthright, intimate look at the life and times of this star of the silver screen.




She Always Knew How: Mae West, a Personal Biography

By Charlotte Chandler

Mae West created a scandal and a hit with the Broadway play Sex in 1926. She was convicted of obscenity and served 10 days in jail, emerging as a star. This biography is based on interviews with the star not long before her death.

Doris Day: the Untold Story of the Girl Next Door

By David Kaufman

A fascinating look at the woman behind the "All American, wholesome girl-next-door" box-office queen.