John Howlett assesses the life and death of James Dean, including his early training, his work in television and on Broadway, and the preparation and filming of 'East of Eden', 'Rebel Without a Cause', and 'Giant'. The author also explores the sociological aspects of the cult that followed Dean's death, analyses the legend and identifies the nostalgia that keeps the myth alive.
| Item number | 20448 |
|---|---|
| Category | Book |
| Type | Biography |
| Dimensions | Width: 205 mm; height: 285 mm; depth: 12 mm. |
| Language | English |
| Country of origin | UK |
| Related people | John Howlett (author) |
| James Dean (subject) |
Part of the Bill Douglas and Peter Jewell Collection