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Paul Newman
a life
By Levy, Shawn
Publishers Summary:
- ISBN
- 978-0-30735-375-7
- Publisher
- New York : Harmony Books, 2009.
REVIEWS
Library Journal
Reviewed on May 18, 2009
Veteran film critic Levy (Rat Pack Confidential; The Last Playboy: The High Life of Porfirio Rubirosa) presents the most illuminating biography of Paul Newman to date. Levy covers Newman's 50-year career, but it is his personal life that may prove most revelatory: according to the author, Newman was a functioning alcoholic, had a long affair that nearly ruined his marriage, and was estranged from his only son, Scott-who died of an overdose. Nevertheless, Newman's marriage endured and he parlayed his celebrity into a long career as an entrepreneur and philanthropist. Verdict: A fitting-albeit dry-homage to a life fully lived. This respectful yet revelatory biography of a movie legend is highly recommended for fans of the actor and anyone who loves a thorough celebrity bio.-Rosellen Brewer, Sno-Isle Libs., Marysville, WA Copyright 2009 Media Source Inc. Copyright 2009 Media Source Inc. ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
