Croall, Jonathan.

Gielgud : a theatrical life / Jonathan Croall. - xii, 579 pages, [16] pages of plates : illustrations ; 24 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 551-555) and index.

Part One: Early stages 1904-1929 --
Part Two: Lord of the West End 1929-1937 --
Part Three: Shakespeare in peace and war 1937-1948 --
Part Four: Rise and fall 1948-1968 --
Part Five: Indian summer 1968-2000.

In an attempt to write an honest, rounded account of this much-loved man, Jonathan Croall has conducted in-depth interviews with more than 100 of his contemporaries, including John Mills and Peter Ustinov. The book recounts his childhood and his illustrious career.

0826413331 (alk. paper) 9780826413338

2001028019


Gielgud, John, 1904-2000.


Actors--Great Britain--Biography.

PN2598.G45 / C76 2001

792.028092 B