James Arness: An Autobiography by James Arness (English) Paperback Book

Description: James Arness by James Arness, James E. Wise Jr. "First published in 2001"--Title page verso. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description James Arness was born May 26, 1923, in Minneapolis. He entered college just as World War II began and dreamed of being a naval aviator. It seemed as if every night his fraternity was having a party to send off a brother to the service. Young Arness got his interview with a naval flight programme officer, but his hopes vanished as he was informed that his six foot seven inch height disqualified him automatically. He wrote his draft board asking that they call him up as soon as possible and so he ended up as a private in the famed Third Infantry Division where he earned a Bronze Star and the Purple Heart. Because of his stature, he was chosen to be first off the landing craft (to test the depth of the water) when his division landed at Anzio, Italy. He was subsequently wounded by enemy machine gun fire and spent eighteen months recovering in overseas and stateside hospitals. Later his height would help him strike a commanding figure in the role of U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon of Dodge City. After Arness had toiled in Hollywood for a decade, John Wayne recommended him to CBS executives for the Gunsmoke part (after Wayne turned it down). As the principal performer of Gunsmoke for twenty years (1955-1975), the actor and the character took on mythic proportions--a born leader, honest and strong. Rare is the actor who has been cast in a role that so deeply fits his true self. James Arness gives a full account of his early years, his family, his military career, his film work in Hollywood which included appearances in the cult-favorite science fiction movies Them! and The Thing. He had a long run on Gunsmoke, a role in the highly popular television miniseries How The West Was Won, and his post-theatrical period is also covered. This is the long anticipated, never-before-told account of one of the icons of twentieth-century television. There are many personal revelations of interacting with some of the Gunsmoke family ensemble, such as Miss Kitty, Doc and Festus. His own work as a producer is covered. Throughout are rare, previously unpublished photographs from the authors personal collection. Appendices include comments by show biz colleagues and fellow Gunsmoke alumni, and a sampling of letters received from his legions of fans. As befits the man, this large-size book is a beautifully printed work in accord with the highest library standards--a luxurious and extra-strong cloth binding, acid-free paper, carefully designed photographic and textual layouts and sophisticated typography. Actor and fellow Gunsmoke performer Burt Reynolds has written a foreword to the book. Author Biography The late James Arness lived in suburban Los Angeles with his wife Janet, where they were involved in various charity projects.James E. Wise, Jr., a retired Navy captain, has written many books of military history, biography and the performing arts. He lives in Alexandria, Virginia. Table of Contents Table of ContentsForeword by Burt Reynolds ixIntroduction by James E. Wise, Jr. 1Prologue 31. The Early Years 52. Anzio 1944 273. Drifting into Show Business 574. John Wayne 875. Gunsmoke 996. And Beyond 151Appendix A: Others Remember 165Appendix B: Comments by Guest Stars 201Appendix C: Fan Letters 205Appendix D: Films 223Appendix E: Television 225Appendix F: Honors and Awards 227Index 229 Review one of the better autobiographies out there...a must read - Classic Images ""an account thats clean, free of malice and which tells the story completely…a lot of detail"" - Big Reel ""a magnum opus"" - SPERDVAC Radiogram Review Text one of the better autobiographies out there...a must read - Classic Images ""an account thats clean, free of malice and which tells the story completely...a lot of detail"" - Big Reel ""a magnum opus"" - SPERDVAC Radiogram Review Quote "one of the better autobiographies out there...a must read"-- Classic Images ; "an account thats clean, free of malice and which tells the story completely...a lot of detail"-- Big Reel ; "a magnum opus"-- SPERDVAC Radiogram ; "fans...will no doubt purr with pleasure...relate[s] many interesting incidents from his active life...recommend[ed]"-- Wranglers Roost ; "recommend[ed]...provide[s] insights into both the Gunsmoke western and the tall-in-the-saddle star"-- Providence Journal ; "detailed"-- The Yesterday USA Radio Networks ; "comprehensive"-- Western Mail ; "recommended"-- Colorado Libraries. Details ISBN0786475889 Author James E. Wise Jr. Pages 248 Language English Year 2012 ISBN-10 0786475889 ISBN-13 9780786475889 Format Paperback Short Title JAMES ARNESS Media Book Residence Los Angeles Birth 1923 Subtitle An Autobiography Place of Publication Jefferson, NC Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2012-12-12 NZ Release Date 2012-12-12 UK Release Date 2012-12-12 Publication Date 2012-12-30 DEWEY 791.45028092 Illustrations 86 photographs Audience General US Release Date 2012-12-30 Audience Age 18 Publisher McFarland & Co Inc Imprint McFarland & Co Inc We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:132333571;

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