Biography: arts and entertainment

Winner of the James Tait Black Memorial Prize, this is the biography of celebrated nineteenth-century artist Edward Burne-Jones, who - with William Morris - connects Victorian and modern art.

Everyone has a story to share in there own way am I the last of the Prince Charmings?

Gifted harpist Edna Phillips (1907-2003) joined the Philadelphia Orchestra in 1930, becoming not only that ensemble's first female member but also the first woman to hold a principal position in a major American orchestra.

Detailing the fascinating career of Joe Evans, Follow Your Heart chronicles the nearly thirty years that he spent immersed in one of the most exciting times in African American music history.

Artemisia Gentileschi was the greatest female artists of the Baroque age.

Martin provides a new overall assessment of the importance of Charlie Parker through an analysis of his improvisations in a variety of genres.

In January 2012, one of EastEnders' longest-serving and best-loved characters breathed her last when Pat Butcher succumbed to cancer.

Daniel Calparsoro, a director who has provided a crucial contribution to the contemporary scene in Spanish and Basque cinema, has provoked strong reactions from the critics.

In The Great Tradition, published in 1948, F.

In a relatively short time span, grunge music exploded out of its native Seattle and became the most dominant force of the early '90s.

A new look at one of the most important composers of the twentith centuryStravinsky and His World brings together an international roster of scholars to explore fresh perspectives on the life and music of Igor Stravinsky.

Neil Strauss can uncover the naked truth like nobody else.

Minefields is a compelling exploration of a foreign correspondent's life - proof of Hugh's belief that 'if you go looking for trouble, you'll probably find it'.

'Everything you ever wanted to know about the world's biggest singing star.

'Whatever Uglow writes about she makes absolutely fascinating.

One of heavy metal's most iconic figures gives an insider's look into the loud and sordid world of thrash metal-sex, drugs, and rock n' roll included.

Oliver Reed may not have been Britain's biggest film star - for a period in the early 70s he came within a hairsbreadth of replacing Sean Connery as James Bond - but he is an august member of that small band of people, like George Best and Eric Morecambe, who transcended their chosen medium, became too big for it even, and grew into cultural icons.

A warm, witty tell-all and history of American regional theater, from one of our best-loved directorsFor Jack O'Brien, there's nothing like a first encounter with a great performer, nothing like the sound of an audience bursting into applause.

'A definitive tome for both Who fans and newcomers alike' ***** Q MagazinePete Townshend was once asked how he prepared himself for The Who's violent live performances.

Celebrate the legacy of Bruce Willis's career in a book the Los Angeles Times calls "e;a thoughtful guide.

In this groundbreaking, historically-informed semiotic study of late eighteenth-century music, Stephen Rumph focuses on Mozart to explore musical meaning within the context of Enlightenment sign and language theory.

Twice a year, in summer and in winter, appointments to the Order of Canada are posted in newspapers across the country.

The more I thought about it, the more I realised my career has been unusual.

A look into what moved Andy Warhol's greatest museLocated at 33 Union Square West in the heart of New York City's pulsing downtown scene, Andy Warhol's Factory was an artistic anomaly.

From the most prolific author to write on all things Western, Larry McMurtry follows the rise of international celebrity "e;Buffalo"e; Bill Cody, tracker, part-time Indian scout and showman, and his most famous and celebrated star, Annie Oakley, the gifted woman sharpshooter, and how they became the first of America's great superstars.

The #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER and OPRAH'S BOOK CLUB PICK'A must-read memoir that you'll want to share with all the women in your life' MICHELLE OBAMA'A work of art' OPRAHTo understand the icons Beyonc , Solange and Kelly, you have to understand where they came from.

This is the first-ever biography of the legendary wrestler Gorgeous George, filled with incredible never-before-told stories.

Very amusing Daily MirrorBeloved wit and raconteur, star of stage and screen, multitalented writer, director and humanitarian few stars of the twentieth century were as highly regarded as Sir Peter Ustinov.

In this New York Times bestseller, legendary actor and star of the acclaimed documentary Val shares the stories behind his most beloved roles, reminisces about his star-studded career and love life, and reveals the truth behind his recent health struggles in a remarkably candid autobiography.

Richard Linklater's filmmaking choices seem to defy basic patterns of authorship.

Lessons in living from the bestselling and beloved author of I KNOW WHY THE CAGED BIRD SINGSA brilliant writer, a fierce friend and a truly phenomenal woman' BARACK OBAMAThe woman warrior who is armed with wit and courage will be among the first to celebrate victory' says Maya Angelou, bestselling author of I KNOW WHY THE CAGED BIRD SINGS and one of our best-loved writers.

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A firsthand look into Kim Walker-Smith's journey from a place of shame and fear to stages around the world where she boldly proclaims the unconditional love of God.

For more than a quarter century, biographer Philip Norman's internationally bestselling Shout!

In this fascinating autobiography Erics son, Gary Morecambe, describes what it s like to grow up in the presence of one of the best-loved and most fondly remembered of all British comedy greats.

[Alanna] Nash belongs in the pantheon of great music writers, and [Baby, Lets Play House] is a fascinating study.

From their commanding role in the so-called British Invasion of the early 1960s to their status as the elder statesmen (and British Knight) of rock and roll, the Stones have become more than an evanescent phenomenon in pop culture.

The second volume of the definitive biography of one of the greatest modern playwrights, Arthur Miller (1915-2005).

For five short years in the 1980s, a four-piece Manchester band released a collection of records that had undeniably profound effects on the landscape of popular music and beyond.

One of the most important ballet choreographers of all time, Marius Petipa (1818 - 1910) created works that are now mainstays of the ballet repertoire.

Live your best Little Monster life with this gorgeously illustrated, all-encompassing fan book on everything there is to know, love, and celebrate about the modern icon that is Lady Gaga.

Dmitri Shostakovich (1906-1975) has a reputation as one of the leading composers of the twentieth century.

'Backing into the Spotlight is a hilarious and an unashamedly non-PC memoir .

First English-language study of Anton Heiller (1923-1979), one of the twentieth-century's most influential organistsAnton Heiller is one of the twentieth century's most renowned and influential organists.

While most kids my age were sitting in English class waiting for the bell to ring, I was thrown into the deep end of the fashion and modeling pool.

This is the first full-length introduction to the life and works of significant American composer Marga Richter (born 1926), who has written more than one hundred works for orchestra, chamber ensemble, dance, opera, voice, chorus, piano, organ, and harpsichord.

The producer behind such celebrated films as The Four Feathers and The Third Man is one of the most colourful and important figures in the history of the British cinema.