Olivia de Havilland: Lady Triumphant (Screen Classics)

Olivia de Havilland Lady Triumphant is a comprehensive biography that delves into the life and career of Academy Award-winning actress Olivia de Havilland. Through extensive interviews and personal correspondence, Victoria Amador presents an in-depth look at de Havilland's early life, her rise to stardom, and her enduring legacy. Born in Japan in 1916 to British parents with ambitions for international success, de Havilland's theatrical ambitions began at a young age. She went on to become one of Hollywood's most well-known starlets, starring alongside iconic cinema figures such as James Stewart and John Huston. This biography explores her love affairs, on-screen partnerships, and later career milestones, including her presidency of the Cannes Film Festival in 1965. This book is a tribute to Olivia de Havilland, a woman who evolved from a gentle heroine to a strong-willed and respected artist. With forty years of personal correspondence and extensive interviews, Victoria Amador provides an intimate look at de Havilland's life and career, shedding new light on this Hollywood legend.