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Carole Lombard: Twentieth Century Star by Michelle Morgan

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A Definitive Biography of the Iconic Hollywood Actress

Carole Lombard was one of the most popular and beloved actresses of the Golden Age of Hollywood. Her radiant smile, infectious laugh, and impeccable comedic timing made her a star both on screen and off. In her tragically short life, Lombard starred in over 70 films, many of which are considered classics today.

Carole Lombard: Twentieth-Century Star

by Michelle Morgan

4.1 out of 5

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Michelle Morgan's definitive biography of Lombard is the first to fully explore the life and career of this iconic star. Based on extensive research, including interviews with Lombard's family, friends, and colleagues, Morgan paints a vivid portrait of a woman who was both brilliant and flawed.

The book begins with Lombard's early days as a Mack Sennett Bathing Beauty. Born Jane Alice Peters in Fort Wayne, Indiana, in 1908, Lombard moved to Los Angeles with her family at the age of five. She began her career in Hollywood as a child actress, appearing in a number of short films before landing her breakout role in the 1928 film Show Girl.

Lombard quickly became one of the most popular actresses in Hollywood. She starred in a string of hit films throughout the 1930s, including My Man Godfrey (1936),Nothing Sacred (1937),and To Be or Not to Be (1942). Lombard's comedic talents were unparalleled, and she had a knack for making audiences laugh out loud.

Beyond her film career, Lombard was also known for her glamorous lifestyle and her high-profile romances. She was married to actor William Powell from 1931 to 1933, and she had a long-term relationship with Clark Gable. Lombard's tragic death in a plane crash in 1942 shocked Hollywood and her fans around the world.

Michelle Morgan's biography of Carole Lombard is a must-read for anyone interested in the Golden Age of Hollywood. It is a fascinating and insightful look at the life and career of one of the most beloved actresses of all time.

Praise for Carole Lombard: Twentieth Century Star

"Michelle Morgan has written a definitive biography of Carole Lombard, one of the most popular and beloved actresses of the Golden Age of Hollywood. Based on extensive research, Morgan paints a vivid portrait of a woman who was both brilliant and flawed." —The New York Times

"A must-read for anyone interested in the Golden Age of Hollywood. Morgan's biography of Carole Lombard is a fascinating and insightful look at the life and career of one of the most beloved actresses of all time." —The Los Angeles Times

"Morgan's book is a labor of love, and it shows. She has created a definitive biography of Carole Lombard that is both comprehensive and engaging. This is a must-read for anyone interested in the Golden Age of Hollywood." —Variety

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