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A biography of American stage and screen actor March (1897- 1975). Appendices provide short descriptions and production information for selected plays; narration, radio, television; and motion pictures. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.


Book Description
Fredric March was one of the foremost actors America produced during the 20th century, holding the distinction of winning Best Actor Awards in two films and two Broadway plays. He consciously chose not to shape his career by projecting his own personality, but created a new characterization for each role by becoming the individual he was portraying. Because of this, March is not as well remembered as many of his contemporaries. March was honored 12 years after his death at a tribute in 1987, but by then, many did not even know who he was. In this fascinating biography, Peterson details who March was, and why he was a craftsman first, star second.


About the Author
DEBORAH C. PETERSON is an Adjunct Professor for Cardinal Stritch College and Concordia University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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Fredric March was one of the foremost actors America produced during the 20th century, holding the distinction of winning Best Actor Awards in two films and two Broadway plays. He consciously chose not to shape his career by projecting his own personality, but created a new characterization for each role by becoming the individual he was portraying. Because of this, March is not as well remembered as many of his contemporaries. March was honored 12 years after his death at a tribute in 1987, but by then, many did not even know who he was. In this fascinating biography, Peterson details who March was, and why he was a craftsman first, star second.

SYNOPSIS

The definitive biography of one of Hollywood's great, but forgotten actors, Fredric March.

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