a colloquy (4 resultados)

Condición: New.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book captures the extraordinary careers of two iconic trotters of the early twentieth century, Lou Dillon and Uhlan. Though their paths never directly crossed, their accomplishments and influence on the equine world were profound. Detailed through engaging accounts and backed by historical observations, the author draws comparisons between the two champions within the broader context of harness racing's esteemed legacy. Through their stories, the book explores themes of athleticism, competitive spirit, breeding, and the immeasurable bond between horses and humans. The insights shared aim to cultivate a deeper appreciation for the remarkable achievements of these elite equine athletes and the sport in which they excelled. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Hardcover. Condición: Near Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Near Fine dj. Illustrated by (dj design) Edith Dreikurs Ilustrador. 2nd printing. [a very nice copy, no discernible wear to book, small bookseller's rubber-stamp on front endpaper (Larry Edmunds Cinema Bookshop); the jacket shows just a touch of handling wear, slight wrinkling along top edge of front panel]. "Within these pages, in the course of a colloquy with Gary Carey relevant to the times and circumstances of the writing and directing of ALL ABOUT EVE, Joseph L. Mankiewicz covers -- and uncovers -- a fascinating panorama of his 'twenty-year stretch' (as he puts it) in Hollywood; of the 'tribal customs, taboos and rituals indigenous to its Major Studios and their indentured inhabitants. 'I am never quite sure,' says Mankiewicz, ' whether in commenting upon matters relating to film and film-making, I speak merely as one of the Oldest Whores on the Beat -- or as an Elder Statesman of the Cinema. It is entirely possible that both are the same side of a coin with identical sides.'" Also includes the complete screenplay of the film, which was based on a short story by Mary Orr.

Hardcover. Condición: Near Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good DJ. 1st Edition. Xii, 457 Pp. Blue Cloth, Gilt. Near Fine, Gilt Still Brilliant, Touch Of Rubbing At Ends Of Spine, A Few Tiny Abrasions On Right Half Of Bottom Edge Of Front Board. Dj With Light Edge Wear, Two Tiny Stains At Bottom Edge Of Front Panel, 1/8" X 1/4" Chip In Front Panel Near Lower Edge Of Front Flap, Some Browning To Spine.