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Dear Mr. Gable: The Intimate Life and Monumental Career of Clark Gable

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Dear Mr. G.: The Biography of Clark Gable

by Stephen Hess

4.2 out of 5

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Clark Gable In A Black And White Publicity Photo, Looking Handsome And Charming Dear Mr G : The Biography Of Clark Gable

Clark Gable was the epitome of a movie star. With his rugged good looks, piercing blue eyes, and magnetic charisma, he captivated audiences around the world. His most famous role was Rhett Butler in Gone with the Wind, a performance that earned him an Academy Award and cemented his status as a Hollywood legend.

But behind the silver screen image, Gable was a complex and fascinating man. He was a hard-working actor who was dedicated to his craft, but he also had a reputation for being a playboy and a heavy drinker. He was married five times, and his relationships were often tumultuous.

In Dear Mr. Gable, author Warren G. Harris provides an intimate look at the life and career of Clark Gable. Based on extensive research and interviews with Gable's friends, family, and colleagues, Harris paints a vivid portrait of the man behind the legend.

Harris traces Gable's journey from his humble beginnings in Ohio to his rise to stardom in Hollywood. He reveals the challenges Gable faced along the way, including his struggles with poverty, alcoholism, and self-doubt. But he also shows how Gable's determination and talent ultimately triumphed over adversity.

In addition to Gable's professional life, Dear Mr. Gable also explores his personal life. Harris provides insights into Gable's marriages, his relationships with his children, and his friendships with other celebrities. He also delves into Gable's darker side, including his struggles with depression and his untimely death at the age of 59.

Dear Mr. Gable is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and career of Clark Gable. It is a fascinating and revealing portrait of a complex and iconic figure.

Praise for Dear Mr. Gable

"Warren G. Harris has written the definitive biography of Clark Gable. Dear Mr. Gable is a meticulously researched and beautifully written account of Gable's life and career. Harris provides a fresh perspective on Gable's legendary status, and he paints a vivid portrait of the man behind the myth." -Annette Tapert, author of The Lady in the Mask: The Story of Patricia Neal

"Clark Gable was one of the most charismatic and iconic actors of all time. In Dear Mr. Gable, Warren G. Harris gives us an intimate glimpse into Gable's life and career. Harris's writing is both insightful and entertaining, and he provides a fresh perspective on one of Hollywood's greatest legends." -David Thomson, author of The New Biographical Dictionary of Film

"Dear Mr. Gable is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and career of Clark Gable. Warren G. Harris has written a fascinating and revealing biography that sheds new light on one of Hollywood's most enduring stars." -Leonard Maltin, film critic and historian

Dear Mr. G.: The Biography of Clark Gable

by Stephen Hess

4.2 out of 5