The Real James Dean

The Real James Dean
The Real James Dean

The Real James Dean

Intimate Memories from Those Who Knew Him Best
Edited by Peter Winkler, Foreword by George Stevens, Jr.

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368 Pages, 6 x 9

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Trade Paper, $21.99 (US $21.99) (JP $3705.00) (CA $29.99) (AU $34.99)

ISBN 9781613734728

Rights: WOR

Chicago Review Press (Aug 2016)

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Overview

Discover the Real James Dean Through Intimate Memories

For decades, those who knew James Dean best—actors, directors, friends, and lovers—shared their stories. Now, these recollections are compiled in one volume, offering a unique glimpse into the life of a Hollywood icon.

The Real James Dean presents a rich collection of first-person accounts, spanning six decades, from those who knew him intimately. Explore Dean's relationships, struggles, and indelible impact on film. This anthology is perfect for James Dean enthusiasts and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of a Hollywood legend.

  • Gain insights from costars like Rock Hudson and Natalie Wood
  • Explore Dean's relationships with directors Elia Kazan and Nicholas Ray
  • Discover intimate memories from friends and lovers

Reviews

"A fascinating compendium..." —Library Journal


“Editor Peter L. Winkler … provides cogent commentary on the validity of the various stories presented here.” —Edge Media Network


“A rich and remarkably well-done anthology.” —The National Book Review


“The Real James Dean by Peter L. Winkler is a fascinating read with each essay offering a unique reflection from one of Dean’s contemporaries. It’s much more approachable than a full in-depth biography.” —Out of the Past


“The book reveals an individual of complexity, admired by some and despised by others, but always fascinating. … It’s a must read for anyone interested in James Dean and Hollywood.” —Twenty Four Frames


“[A] corrective to fans, and crazies, who have done so much to keep Dean’s flame alive and shape his image since he died.” —Critics at Large


“[T]he most balanced and courageous portrait of Dean we’ve seen.” —Classic Movie Chat 

Author Biography

Peter L. Winkler is the author of Dennis Hopper. His writing has appeared in Filmfax, The Huffington Post, The Los Angeles Review of Books, and Playboy. He lives in Sun Valley, California. George Stevens Jr. is the son of George Stevens, who directed James Dean in Giant. A writer, director, and producer, he founded the American Film Institute and is co-chairman of the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities.