Clint Eastwood: A Biography (Greenwood Biographies)
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| Rating | : | 4.84 (703 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1440829977 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 197 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-04-16 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Sara Anson Vaux, PhD, is lecturer in the Department of Religious Studies and director of the Office of Fellowships at Northwestern University.
"An insightful, accessible examination of Eastwood's life and work" according to Magilla Gorilla. Sara Vaux's first book about Eastwood elaborates her view of the moral agenda behind his body of work. In "The Ethical Vision of Clint Eastwood" (2012) Vaux provides in-depth, close readings of the iconic films of Eastwood the director, informed by the Bible and other religious sources and a comprehensive knowledge of the scholarly literature on Eastwood's work. The book addresses readers who, like Vaux, regard Eastwood as a serious artist expressing an evolving but consistent moral worldview and a nuanced vision of American society. Those willing to engage the author on her terms found unexpected insig. Five Stars Eric D. Feid Solid biography
This book provides insights into Eastwood's life and entire career, from early television appearances to recent award-winning films.• Reviews Eastwood's accolades, honors, reviews, awards, and specific achievements throughout his lifetime• Provides detailed information regarding Eastwood's long television and film career• Documents why Eastwood is a cultural icon and considered by many to be the most respected filmmaker in the film industry today• Supplies information about lesser-known a
Vaux has written an appealing and highly readable biography of one of the greatest, most well-rounded actors and directors of the twentieth century, Clint Eastwood. "Greenwood Press's latest addition to its biography series is an interesting addition for school and public libraries. This is a well done biography appropriate for students and general readers." - ARBA