Genius
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Patrick Dennis
Binding: Hardback
Published: Arthur Baker, 1963
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Damaged
Pages: Tanning and foxing, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Dust jacket has wear, staining and tearing and is price clipped, page edges have light foxing
Genius presents a hilarious and biting satire of Hollywood's golden age, chronicling the outrageous attempts of a once-celebrated film director to reclaim his former glory. The narrative illustrates the chaotic and often absurd world of filmmaking through the eyes of Leander Starr, a flamboyant and utterly unconventional genius. This witty novel uncovers the follies of celebrity culture and the cutthroat nature of the entertainment industry, all while maintaining a lighthearted yet incisive tone. Dennis masterfully details Starr's eccentricities and the comical predicaments he creates, ensuring a thoroughly entertaining read. It is a sharp and amusing commentary on ambition, artistry, and the enduring allure of the silver screen.
Author: Patrick Dennis
Binding: Hardback
Published: Arthur Baker, 1963
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Damaged
Pages: Tanning and foxing, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Dust jacket has wear, staining and tearing and is price clipped, page edges have light foxing
Genius presents a hilarious and biting satire of Hollywood's golden age, chronicling the outrageous attempts of a once-celebrated film director to reclaim his former glory. The narrative illustrates the chaotic and often absurd world of filmmaking through the eyes of Leander Starr, a flamboyant and utterly unconventional genius. This witty novel uncovers the follies of celebrity culture and the cutthroat nature of the entertainment industry, all while maintaining a lighthearted yet incisive tone. Dennis masterfully details Starr's eccentricities and the comical predicaments he creates, ensuring a thoroughly entertaining read. It is a sharp and amusing commentary on ambition, artistry, and the enduring allure of the silver screen.