John Wayne
The Life and Legend
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John McLain
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Scott Eyman
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John Wayne was one of Hollywood's most famous and most successful actors, but he was more than that. He became a symbol of America itself. He epitomized the Western film, which for many people epitomized America. He identified with conservative political causes from the early 1930s to his death in 1979, making him a hero to one generation of Americans and a villain to another. But unlike fellow actor Ronald Reagan, Wayne had no interest in politics as a career. Like many stars, he altered his life story, claiming to have become an actor almost by accident when in fact he had studied drama and aspired to act for most of his youth. He married three times, all to Latina women, and conducted a lengthy affair with Marlene Dietrich, as unlikely a romantic partner as one could imagine for the Duke. Wayne projected dignity, integrity, and strength in all his films, even when his characters were flawed, and whatever character he played was always prepared to confront injustice in his own way. More than thirty years after his death, he remains the standard by which male stars are judged and an actor whose morally unambiguous films continue to attract sizeable audiences.
Scott Eyman interviewed Wayne, as well as many family members, and he has drawn on previously unpublished reminiscences from friends and associates of the Duke in this biography, as well as documents from his production company that shed light on Wayne's business affairs. He traces Wayne from his childhood to his stardom in Stagecoach and dozens of films after that. Eyman perceptively analyzes Wayne's relationship with John Ford, the director with whom he's most associated and who made some of Wayne's greatest films.
Wayne was self-aware. He once said, "I’ve played the kind of man I’d like to have been." It's that man and the real John Wayne who are brilliantly profiled in Scott Eyman's insightful biography of a true American legend.
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- J G Belam
- 12-04-18
Scott Eyman is a talented detailed Biographer
Scott Eyman’s biography of John Wayne is detailed and interestingly written
The best John Wayne biography I have read
John McLain is a talented narrator
Great book great listen
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- Emma
- 13-02-24
a legend
A fascinating look at the Duke's life. A great insight to a true gentleman who was admired and respected by many.
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- Mr. Ronald Baird
- 16-04-15
Superb story of the great American Actor John Wayn
Written with great clarity, the Life of a john Wayne will resound, down through the ages. His humanity and kindness will endure.
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- The Viking Celt
- 02-04-23
The Duke , Nuff sed
I really enjoyed this biography about an Actor I've grown up with. He was a complex man , constantly trying to live up to the image he created for himself. A man of principles that very quickly became out of step with the country he loved so much. I really enjoyed the anecdotes and the insight into Dukes family life. There will never be anyone quite like John Wayne. He was definitely one of a kind. The narrator did a brilliant job of keeping the story flowing and his impression of Duke was spot on. Highly recommended to anyone who wants to know more about this iconic actor.
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- Toadjuggler
- 03-07-23
A great biography of a great man.
Very nicely written, thoroughly researched biography. Well worth a listen if you are a fan of the Duke's and interesting even if you aren't as a history of Old Hollywood and the golden age of cowboy movies.
Special note about the reader, he does a superb job. He even manages to read Wayne's words with the Duke's very particular cadences and pronunciation but without ever sounding like someone doing a John Wayne impression. Impressive stuff.
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- steve
- 24-10-17
Hero worship
John Wayne, my favourite actor all my life, man and boy. Never will be equalled
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- Dianne Wager
- 29-05-23
True story
I’ve watched John Wayne from a child as my father is a big fan. I now understand why my Dad is the way he is. Loved every part of this book
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- Brendamo
- 14-01-15
AMERICAN ICON
Would you consider the audio edition of John Wayne to be better than the print version?
I would imagine the audio book to be better as the narrator did a very reasonable impression of john wayne.
What other book might you compare John Wayne to, and why?
Cant really think of any other book to compare it with, as john wayne was a one off.
What does John McLain bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?
He really did sound like John Wayne which i found made this book much more entertaining.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
Yes I would have quite happily listened to the whole story all in one sitting as I really enjoyed it.
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Was'nt too sure about buying this book as I was'nt a huge fan of his but I am glad i did! I really enjoyed listening to John Mclains narration.
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- Lee
- 28-11-24
Duke
An easy listen. John Wayne was quite a complex character who had a huge influence on my childhood. Enjoyed this book.
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- MAGGS
- 21-12-18
John Wayne Life and Legend - loved this book
John Wayne Life and Legend - loved this book
Being a John Wayne fan I loved this book.
Book was full of surprised about his early life, his education and about his politics.
Great narration
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