Spencer Tracy: A Bio-Bibliography
Often referred to as the actor's actor, Spencer Tracy's subtle introspection and thoroughly naturalistic style continue to impress actors and audiences alike. He began his career on the stage, and then went on to attain considerable acclaim as a film star for Fox Studios and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. He won back-to-back Academy Awards in 1937 and 1938, began a legendary personal and professional relationship with Katharine Hepburn, and worked as an independent film star in the 1950s and 1960s.

This volume provides detailed information for Tracy's many performances in film, radio, television, and drama. The book begins with a short biography that summarizes Tracy's professional development. The chapters that follow chronicle his fascinating career. Each chapter is devoted to his work in a particular medium and provides entries for his individual performances. Entries present cast and credit information, plot synopses, reviews, and commentary. An annotated bibliography discusses sources of additional information about Tracy, and photos illustrate his life and work.

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Spencer Tracy: A Bio-Bibliography
Often referred to as the actor's actor, Spencer Tracy's subtle introspection and thoroughly naturalistic style continue to impress actors and audiences alike. He began his career on the stage, and then went on to attain considerable acclaim as a film star for Fox Studios and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. He won back-to-back Academy Awards in 1937 and 1938, began a legendary personal and professional relationship with Katharine Hepburn, and worked as an independent film star in the 1950s and 1960s.

This volume provides detailed information for Tracy's many performances in film, radio, television, and drama. The book begins with a short biography that summarizes Tracy's professional development. The chapters that follow chronicle his fascinating career. Each chapter is devoted to his work in a particular medium and provides entries for his individual performances. Entries present cast and credit information, plot synopses, reviews, and commentary. An annotated bibliography discusses sources of additional information about Tracy, and photos illustrate his life and work.

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Spencer Tracy: A Bio-Bibliography

Spencer Tracy: A Bio-Bibliography

by James Fisher
Spencer Tracy: A Bio-Bibliography

Spencer Tracy: A Bio-Bibliography

by James Fisher

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Overview

Often referred to as the actor's actor, Spencer Tracy's subtle introspection and thoroughly naturalistic style continue to impress actors and audiences alike. He began his career on the stage, and then went on to attain considerable acclaim as a film star for Fox Studios and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. He won back-to-back Academy Awards in 1937 and 1938, began a legendary personal and professional relationship with Katharine Hepburn, and worked as an independent film star in the 1950s and 1960s.

This volume provides detailed information for Tracy's many performances in film, radio, television, and drama. The book begins with a short biography that summarizes Tracy's professional development. The chapters that follow chronicle his fascinating career. Each chapter is devoted to his work in a particular medium and provides entries for his individual performances. Entries present cast and credit information, plot synopses, reviews, and commentary. An annotated bibliography discusses sources of additional information about Tracy, and photos illustrate his life and work.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780313287275
Publisher: Bloomsbury Academic
Publication date: 10/26/1994
Series: Bio-Bibliographies in the Performing Arts , #59
Pages: 360
Product dimensions: 6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 0.81(d)

About the Author

JAMES FISHER is Professor of Theater at Wabash College, where he teaches courses in dramatic literature, theater history, directing, and film. He has written two plays, and his articles have appeared in journals such as Modern Drama, Theatre Journal, and Soviet and East European Performance. His books include Al Jolson: A Bio-Bibliography (Greenwood Press, 1994).

Table of Contents

Preface
Biography
Chronology
Stage
Film
Discography
Broadcasting
Sheet Music
Awards
Bibliography
Appendix: Newsreels/Cartoons
Index

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