Steve McQueen: Portrait of an American RebelSteve McQueen has been ranked among the best actors in film history. Biographer Marshall Terrill chronicles the life and times of a man whose power both on- and off-camera has been legendary. This first-hand account of McQueen's life leaves readers with the impression of a deep understanding of the small-town rebel who kept so many millions spellbound. Photographs. |
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STEVE MCQUEEN: Portrait of an American Rebel
User Review - KirkusRespectful, admiring, well-researched life of film actor Steve McQueen (1930-80), who packed two or three lives into his 50 years. First-time author Terrill (a dealer in Beatles memorabilia) strives ... Read full review
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User Review - burningtodd - LibraryThingGreat book about an interesting character in American film history. I really enjoyed this. But I’m also biased. I like Steve McQueen. This book was very engaging and smooth and involved the reader emotionally. Really liked it. Read full review
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| Title | Steve McQueen: Portrait of an American Rebel |
| Author | Marshall Terrill |
| Edition | illustrated, reprint |
| Publisher | Primus/D.I. Fine, 1994 |
| Original from | Pennsylvania State University |
| Digitized | May 2, 2011 |
| ISBN | 1556114141, 9781556114144 |
| Length | 463 pages |
| Subjects | › Biography & Autobiography / Entertainment & Performing Arts Performing Arts / Acting & Auditioning |
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