LANA TURNER (1976) Jeanine Basinger - and 12 similar items

5" x 7.75", 160 page trade paperback titled LANA TURNER by Jeanine Basinger/ Pyramid #M4194, First Printing (unstated) , December 1976 / The Pyramid Illustrated History of the Movies is a series of volumes that offers a comprehensive overview of and brings a fresh perspective to the influential figures, forms, and styles in the development of motion pictures. Each lavishly illustrated volume has been designed to stimulate the interest of the student for whom film is an art, and to stir the memories of the fan for whom "going to the movies" will always be an exhilarating experience. From the back cover: "One of the most glamorous actresses in films, Lana turner has dazzled audiences for many years with her breathtaking beauty and her striking performances in scores of movies. Jeanine Basinger's amply illustrated book covers the career of the glittering star who has survived the headlines of a sensational private life to remain the Golden Girl of the Silver screen for her legion of fans." Lana Turner (born Julia Jean Turner; February 8, 1921 ? June 29, 1995) was an American actress who worked in film, television, theater, and radio. Over the course of her nearly 50-year career, she achieved fame as both a pin-up model and a dramatic actress as well as for her highly publicized personal life. In the mid-1940s, she was one of the highest-paid women in the United States, and one of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer's (MGM) biggest stars, with her films earning the studio more than $50 million during her 18-year contract with them. She is frequently cited as a popular culture icon of Hollywood glamour. The book is complete and in VERY GOOD condition with some overall wear that includes some tanning/ foxing of the inside covers.