This is the hardback version.
Goddess.
Legend.
You thought you knew her.
but never before like this.
Marilyn Monroe (1926-1962) survived a childhood marked by abuse, neglect, & chaos to become a psychological, cultural, & spiritual phenomenon of the Twentieth Century.
Her remarkable life, brilliant film career, & posthumous legend have been deconstructed in over 600 biographies.
Psychotherapist & author Gary Vitacco-Robles reframes & redefines the fascinating woman behind the iconic image through an analysis of her psyche and an appreciation of her film & stage performances in Volume One of this definitive biography.
After a decade of meticulous research, Vitacco-Robles offers a treasure trove of facts comprehensively documenting each year of Monroe's inspiring life within the context of her tumultuous times & through her relationships with literary, entertainment, & political figures.
Monroe is resurrected a half-century after her tragic death in this detailed & sensitive biography that intelligently explores her passionate desires: to be loved, become a serious actress, & have a family.
Volume One examines the first thirty years of Monroe's life and her impact on the culture, providing a deeper understanding of the remarkable woman and the lasting impression she left behind.
Based upon interviews, diaries, & personal files-void of sensationalism-Icon: The Life, Times, & Films of Marilyn Monroe dispels many myths & reveals the ultimate truth about Hollywood's most charismatic, beloved, & enduring star.
| Desires | To be loved become a serious actress have a family |
|---|---|
| Based upon interviews, diaries, & personal files-void of sensationalism-icon | The |
Bearmanor Media Icon: the life, times, and films of marilyn monroe volume 1 - 1926 to 1956 (hardback), hardcover/gary vitacco-robles
