Van Dyke and the Mythical City, Hollywood is a book written by Robert C. Cannom. The book is a biography of W.S. Van Dyke, a legendary Hollywood director who is best known for his work on iconic films like The Thin Man, San Francisco, and Tarzan the Ape Man. The book explores Van Dyke's life and career, from his early days as a struggling actor to his rise to fame as a director in Hollywood's golden age. Cannom provides a detailed account of Van Dyke's work on some of Hollywood's most famous films, including his ...
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Van Dyke and the Mythical City, Hollywood is a book written by Robert C. Cannom. The book is a biography of W.S. Van Dyke, a legendary Hollywood director who is best known for his work on iconic films like The Thin Man, San Francisco, and Tarzan the Ape Man. The book explores Van Dyke's life and career, from his early days as a struggling actor to his rise to fame as a director in Hollywood's golden age. Cannom provides a detailed account of Van Dyke's work on some of Hollywood's most famous films, including his collaborations with stars like Clark Gable, Jean Harlow, and William Powell. The book also delves into Van Dyke's personal life, including his relationships with women and his struggles with alcoholism. In addition to Van Dyke's story, Cannom also explores the cultural and social context of Hollywood during the 1930s and 1940s, providing insight into the industry's inner workings and the larger-than-life personalities who shaped it. Overall, Van Dyke and the Mythical City, Hollywood is a fascinating look at one of Hollywood's most influential directors and the era in which he worked. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American cinema.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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