Icon: THE LIFE TIMES AND FILMS OF MARILYN MONROE VOLUME 1 - 1926 TO 1956 (hardback)

This is the hardback version. Goddess... Legend... Icon... You thought you knew her...but never before like this. Marilyn Monroe (1926-1962) survived a childhood marked by abuse neglect & chaos to become a psychological cultural & spiritual phenomenon of the Twentieth Century. Her remarkable life brilliant film career & posthumous legend have been deconstructed in over 600 biographies. Psychotherapist & author Gary Vitacco-Robles reframes & redefines the fascinating woman behind the iconic image through an analysis of her psyche and an appreciation of her film & stage performances in Volume One of this definitive biography. After a decade of meticulous research Vitacco-Robles offers a treasure trove of facts comprehensively documenting each year of Monroes inspiring life within the context of her tumultuous times & through her relationships with literary entertainment & political figures. Monroe is resurrected a half-century after her tragic death in this detailed & sensitive biography that intelligently explores her passionate desires: to be loved become a serious actress & have a family. Volume One examines the first thirty years of Monroes life and her impact on the culture providing a deeper understanding of the remarkable woman and the lasting impression she left behind. Based upon interviews diaries & personal files-void of sensationalism-Icon: The Life Times & Films of Marilyn Monroe dispels many myths & reveals the ultimate truth about Hollywoods most charismatic beloved & enduring star.