MacNabb, Matt
Hollywood's Dark History: Silver Screen Scandals
- ISBN 13:
- 9781526740748
- author:
- MacNabb, Matt
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Pen & Sword History
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 192
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.6 centimetres (0.34 kg
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, True Crime, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Dark Side of Hollywood's Golden Age A new era for entertainment dawned in the 19th century with the rise of vaudeville and the silent film. Many stars of the Vaudevillian stage soon made the transition to movies, captivating audiences with their on-screen presence. Behind the glamour of these early films lay a complex web of scandals, debauchery, and crime. The lives of Hollywood's 'Greats' were often far removed from the characters they portrayed on screen. This book delves into the forgotten scandals of yesterday, revealing the real people behind the silver screen legends. From sex and drugs to murder, these stories are a far cry from the romanticized black and white world of old. With its unique blend of history and true crime, this book offers a fresh perspective on Hollywood's most infamous stars.