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Deeply engaging and perceptive from page one. Neither hagiography nor scandal sheet, it's a clear reckoning of a complex man. The author explores the films, of course, but mostly Brando himself: his difficulties with his father, his exponential growth as an actor, his awakened activism concerning racism in America, and his endlessly complicated relationships with women...A thoroughly enjoyable, illuminating read, and a must for all libraries. -- Library Journal (starred review) An insightful and well-researched portrait of Marlon Brando. Taking a cinematic approach, Mann swoops in on pivotal moments in Brando's life. Though sympathetic to Brando, Mann doesn't shy away from his flaws, such as his often callous treatment of women. The result is a thoughtfully considered study of a supremely talented, observant, and imaginative man who became a reluctant cultural icon. -- Publishers Weekly (starred review)

Marlon Brando reigned over Hollywood in an era before it was possible to know every little thing about an actor's life--but this biography is going to change that. Mann went through Brando's personal archives to craft a story that covers not only his behind-the-scenes persona but the way in which he led the charge for a merging of Hollywood and protest culture. -- Entertainment Weekly Deeply engaging and perceptive from page one...The author explores the films, of course, but mostly Brando himself: his difficulties with his father, his exponential growth as an actor, his awakened activism concerning racism in America, and his endlessly complicated relationships with women...A thoroughly enjoyable, illuminating read, and a must for all libraries. -- Library Journal (starred review) Taking a cinematic approach, Mann swoops in on pivotal moments in Brando's life. Though sympathetic to Brando, Mann doesn't shy away from his flaws...The result is a thoughtfully considered study of a supremely talented, observant, and imaginative man who became a reluctant cultural icon. -- Publishers Weekly (starred review)

Deeply engaging and perceptive from page one...The author explores the films, of course, but mostly Brando himself: his difficulties with his father, his exponential growth as an actor, his awakened activism concerning racism in America, and his endlessly complicated relationships with women...A thoroughly enjoyable, illuminating read, and a must for all libraries. -- Library Journal (starred review) Marlon Brando reigned over Hollywood in an era before it was possible to know every little thing about an actor's life--but this biography is going to change that. Mann went through Brando's personal archives to craft a story that covers not only his behind-the-scenes persona but the way in which he led the charge for a merging of Hollywood and protest culture. -- Entertainment Weekly Taking a cinematic approach, Mann swoops in on pivotal moments in Brando's life. Though sympathetic to Brando, Mann doesn't shy away from his flaws...The result is a thoughtfully considered study of a supremely talented, observant, and imaginative man who became a reluctant cultural icon. -- Publishers Weekly (starred review)

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William J. Mann is the bestselling author of Kate: The Woman Who Was Hepburn; How to Be a Movie Star: Elizabeth Taylor in Hollywood; Hello, Gorgeous: Becoming Barbra Streisand; and Wisecracker: The Life and Times of William Haines. He divides his time between New York and Provincetown, Massachusetts. Will Damron has won several Earphones Awards and been a finalist for the prestigious Audie Award for best narration. He has had acting roles off-Broadway and on stage and screen throughout the country.

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