Eve Golden Bücher

The remarkable story of Anna Held, America's most popular musical comedy star in the 1900s, told for the first time.

Illustrated and meticulously-researched, this book traces the life and contribution to film of one of Hollywood's most renowned actors of the silent era.

Eve Golden's heartfelt account delves into Theda Bara's extraordinary life, offering a vivid portrayal of the iconic screen vamp. Through this engaging narrative, readers are taken on a journey that feels akin to time travel, providing intimate insights into Bara's career and persona. Golden's work captures the essence of a legendary figure in film history, making it a compelling read for those interested in classic cinema and the enigmatic women who shaped it.

A complete filmography and numerous rare photographs complete this first-ever biography of Britain's most glamorous comic star.

Focusing on the life and career of Lupe Velez, this biography explores her rise as one of Hollywood's first successful Latin-American stars amidst the challenges of xenophobia and her distinctive Mexican accent. Velez's versatility as an actress and singer shone during the silent film era and the advent of talkies, culminating in her iconic role as Carmelita Fuentes in the Mexican Spitfire series. Author Eve Golden delves into Velez's tumultuous personal life, revealing a compelling narrative shaped by fame, romance, and tragedy, while offering a nuanced portrayal of her legacy in Hollywood.

"Jayne Mansfield (1933-1967) was driven not just to be an actress but to be a star. One of the most iconic sex symbols of her time, she was known for her platinum blonde hair, hourglass figure, outrageously low necklines, and flamboyant lifestyle. Hardworking and ambitious, Mansfield proved early in her career that she was adept in both comic and dramatic roles, but her tenacious search for the spotlight and her risqué promotional stunts caused her to be increasingly snubbed in Hollywood. In this joyful biography, the first definitive one of Mansfield, Eve Golden reveals the star that Andy Warhol called "the poet of publicity" as a smart, determined woman. While she always had her sights set on the silver screen, Mansfield got her start as Rita Marlowe in the Broadway show Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter?. She made her film debut in the low-budget drama Female Jungle (1955) before landing the starring role in The Girl Can't Help It (1956). Mansfield followed this success with a dramatic role in The Wayward Bus (1957), winning a Golden Globe for New Star of the Year, and starred alongside Cary Grant in Kiss Them for Me (1957). Despite her popularity, her appearance as the first celebrity in Playboy and her nude scene in Promises! Promises! (1963) cemented her reputation as an outsider. Golden looks beyond Mansfield's flashy public image and tragic death to fully explore her life and legacy. This funny, engaging biography offers a nuanced portrait of a fascinating woman who loved every minute of life and lived every minute to the utmost"-- Provided by publisher