Clint Eastwood: A Biography (Greenwood Biographies)

Clint Eastwood―actor director composer musician and politician―is undeniably one of the most prolific and accomplished celebrities of the modern age. This book provides insights into Eastwoods life and entire career from early television appearances to recent award-winning films.He established himself early in his acting career as the strong silent type and became known as the “actor’s director.” In a career that spans seven decades Eastwoods work has been influential for multiple generations of film audiences as well as actors directors and producers. This biography investigates the man who made his characters lines such as Go ahead―make my day and Get off my lawn unforgettable and shows why his movie roles and the films he directed are honored studied quoted and remembered.The book describes everything from Eastwoods formative years and early days as a struggling actor to his family and personal life to his lifelong love of jazz music and his political leanings. The chapters describe not only his tremendous accomplishments and countless successes but also his notable failures―coverage that will intrigue readers interested in the film industry in the acting craft and in enduring popular cultural icons.Reviews Eastwoods accolades honors reviews awards and specific achievements throughout his lifetimeProvides detailed information regarding Eastwoods long television and film careerDocuments why Eastwood is a cultural icon and considered by many to be the most respected filmmaker in the film industry todaySupplies information about lesser-known aspects of Eastwoods life such as his accomplishments as a composer and musician as well as in politics