There have been countless books written about James Dean, but the one you hold in your hand will be the one you cherish. The book is not a biography or retelling of what you already know. It is a complete evaluation of the three characters Jimmy was able to bring to life on the big screen. Which one is your favorite? Cal Trask, Jim Stark or Jett Rink? A complete listing of every television drama that Jimmy starred in. Several in-depth analysis and synopsis of his early appearances are in the book. There are hundreds of photographs, many published for the very first time. All fifty photographs on the award winning card set created by the author are included. The reverse narrative of each card is also included and the story it tells is one with unique and revealing insights that will surprise you. The book will introduce you to The James Dean Gallery in Fairmount, Indiana. You will learn about the two annual events, the James Dean Festival and the James Dean Run held in Fairmount. There is a chapter dedicated to many great actors that through time have been forgotten. The tributes include John Cazale, Robert Shaw, Richard Conte, Sterling Hayden, Veronica Lake, Douglas Fairbanks Jr. and Richard Boone, complete with candid photos of each star. There is a chapter of hundreds of quotes from the famous and not so famous individuals who have touched our lives. These quotes will move and inspire you. Many more interesting and entertaining surprises are contained within the pages. This book about Jimmy is unlike any other book about the actor.
There have been countless books written about James Dean, but the one you hold in your hand will be the one you cherish. The book is not a biography or retelling of what you already know. It is a complete evaluation of the three characters Jimmy was able to bring to life on the big screen. Which one is your favorite? Cal Trask, Jim Stark or Jett Rink? A complete listing of every television drama that Jimmy starred in. Several in-depth analysis and synopsis of his early appearances are in the book. There are hundreds of photographs, many published for the very first time. All fifty photographs on the award winning card set created by the author are included. The reverse narrative of each card is also included and the story it tells is one with unique and revealing insights that will surprise you. The book will introduce you to The James Dean Gallery in Fairmount, Indiana. You will learn about the two annual events, the James Dean Festival and the James Dean Run held in Fairmount. There is a chapter dedicated to many great actors that through time have been forgotten. The tributes include John Cazale, Robert Shaw, Richard Conte, Sterling Hayden, Veronica Lake, Douglas Fairbanks Jr. and Richard Boone, complete with candid photos of each star. There is a chapter of hundreds of quotes from the famous and not so famous individuals who have touched our lives. These quotes will move and inspire you. Many more interesting and entertaining surprises are contained within the pages. This book about Jimmy is unlike any other book about the actor.
