New Biographies

Black Sun: The Brief Transit and Violent Eclipse of Harry Crosby
by Geoffrey Wolff

Wolff examines the life of Harry Crosby, the director of famed publishing house Black Sun Press and member, along with friend Ernest Hemingway, of the Lost Generation.

Great Stars series
by David Thomson

This set of four biographies focuses on the lives and careers of film legends Bette Davis, Ingrid Bergman, Humphrey Bogart, and Gary Cooper.

Hero of the Pacific: The Life of Marine Legend John Basilone
by James Brady

Largely forgotten today, John Basilone was one of World War II's greatest heroes and received the first Medal of Honor during WWII.

Paul and Me: 53 Years of Adventures and Misadventures with my pal Paul Newman
by A. E. Hotchner

A story of friendship, Hotchner's memoir explores his bond of over 50 years with actor Paul Newman.

Star: How Warren Beatty Seduced America
by Peter Biskind

Biskind presents the first biography written about the star of Bonnie and Clyde and Bugsy which has received complete approval by Beatty.

The Genius and the Goddess: Arthur Miller & Marilyn Monroe
by Jeffery Meyers
Meyers, a close friend of Arthur Miller, intimately analyzes the surprising relationship and marriage of playwright Miller and legendary actress Marilyn Monroe.

This Time Together: Laughter and Reflection
by Carol Burnett

Comedian Carol Burnett, star of the Emmy award-winning Carol Burnett Show, warmly reflects on her life in show business.