Gregory Peck : A Biography
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  • An acting life
Gregory Peck : A Biography
Gary Fishgall
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ASIN: 068485290X

Book Description

Gregory Peck's acting career has spanned six decades, during which the ruggedly handsome actor has played everything from a jaunty reporter to an angry Western gunfighter, an honorable lawyer to an obsessed sea captain, a priest to a World War II bomber pilot. To every role, he has lent a depth and intelligence that have made him a permanent American icon. In Gregory Peck: A Biography, Gary Fishgall meticulously recounts Peck's influential life, revealing the effects of the actor on the film industry and of the film industry on the actor.

Although he planned on being a doctor, Peck was lured to the stage as a young man, leaving his native California for an uncertain existence as an actor in New York. After two years of study at the Neighborhood Playhouse in Manhattan, he made a successful Broadway debut in 1942, eventually returning to Hollywood to begin his new, high-profile life. His stunning movie career has included starring roles in such classics as Roman Holiday, Gentleman's Agreement, Cape Fear, Captain Horatio Hornblower, The Man in the Gray Flannel Suit, The Yearling, and Moby-Dick. After many Academy Award nominations, Peck won an Oscar in 1962 for his moving portrayal of Atticus Finch in To Kill a Mockingbird, his most celebrated film.

Despite his very public career, Peck remains an extremely private man. In this comprehensive biography, the first written with the actor's cooperation and drawn from extensive research as well as dozens of interviews with Peck's friends and associates, Gary Fishgall portrays him in his many guises: the lonely young son of divorced parents; the stalwart military cadet; the aspiring college thespian; the hot Hollywood newcomer pursued by Goldwyn, Zanuck, Mayer, and Selznick; and the handsome movie star charming the likes of Ingrid Bergman, Jennifer Jones, and Ava Gardner. Fishgall reveals the truth about Peck's unhappy first marriage, his struggle to keep his family together, and the blissful second marriage that has lasted more than forty years. Finally, Fishgall depicts Peck as the esteemed professional, graduating from leading man to gifted character actor, and as the concerned citizen, determined to extend himself beyond the bounds of his own profession. An ardent activist, Peck supports many charitable and political causes, and is unwavering in his desire to make the world a better place.

Renowned biographer of Hollywood giants such as Jimmy Stewart and Burt Lancaster, Fishgall brings an actor's and director's understanding of the movie industry to Gregory Peck. He takes readers behind the scenes of the star's numerous films, and he sets his story within the larger context of the changes and evolution of twentieth-century entertainment.

The tale of an American classic, Gregory Peck is a compelling, intimate account of a full and fascinating life.

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Very Interesting Life.......2007-08-10

Gregory Peck was NOT one of my favorite actors. Then I read this book. Now I can see the value in his movies and in his acting. This guy was a grad of UC Berkeley. He was an intelligent person. His movies were choses as "intelligent movies". He studied acting with some of the best "method" teachers that ever lived. I believe you'll go away after reading this book with a renewed appreciation of Gregory Peck and ditto for his movies. Recommended.

5 out of 5 stars An Easy Read.......2005-09-25

A nice overview of a popular public figure who is a little more complex than you might expect and not quite the lofty figure of his managed public image, but nevertheless a decent human being, like most of us. The narrative moves nicely including interesting details about the films Peck made and his relations with directors, writers, and fellow actors and the women in his life. An easy read.

4 out of 5 stars St. Gregory of Hollywood?.......2005-05-14

Gary Fishgall's GREGORY PECK is an admiring and uncritical look at the actor. Perhaps the only balance is provided by Peck's own words:

"I've had my ups and downs. There have been times when I wanted to quit. Times when I hit the bottle. Girls. Marital problems. I've touched most of the bases."

About those bases, Fishgall is protectively reticent.

However, as a Gregory Peck fan all of my adult life, this bio, while not leading me to more than a superficial understanding of the man, is a comprehensive examination of his life as an actor, first in live theater and then in front of the motion picture cameras. The author's progression through the decades of Gregory's career is methodical almost to a fault. A useful section at the end is a filmography of fifty-three feature films and four television appearances, with the availability of each in either videotape and/or DVD format noted. (The list is perhaps somewhat out of date. For example, MACARTHUR's availability is listed as video only, but a DVD edition now exists.)

Perhaps the highlights of the book were, for me, the trivia revealed. Did you know that Robert Mitchum (co-starring in CAPE FEAR) has a photographic memory and can learn his lines by reading the script just before a scene is shot? Or that while shooting GUNS OF NAVARONE on Rhodes, where, as one journalist put it, "The food is awful, everything shuts up early, and unlike most Greeks, the islanders tether their daughters and let the goats wander free", co-star Anthony Quinn kept the stars from dying of boredom with several portable chess sets brought from home? And best of all, the child star (Harvey Stephens) that played Damien in OMEN literally got the part after demonstrating to director Richard Donner a certain demonic streak - he punched Donner in the gonads.

Fishgall obviously did a lot of research. On page 260, however, he flatly states that California's incumbent Democratic governor, Edmund Brown, won re-election in 1966. Since actor Ronald Reagan was, in fact, the winner - a victory which catapulted him into national political prominence, and eventually led to his election as President - I found the author's factual failure on this small point to be appalling, and perhaps called into question the accuracy of other material in the book. I mean, I wouldn't expect a recent Golden State high school graduate to even know who either Brown or Reagan was, the quality of general education these days being what it is. But should the author of a major, fact-based text make such a gaffe?

Despite its shortcomings, GREGORY PECK satisfied my curiosity about the legendary actor, and then some; I don't think I need to read further. On that basis, 4 stars is appropriate.

5 out of 5 stars A great star.......2005-02-13

I have to admit upfront that I'm a Gregory Peck fan. So my bias is clearly towards any author who does a good a job as Fishgall did.

The book covers Peck from ancestral antecedents, through childhood and adolescence, and into adulthood and a long career. As the previous reviewers mentioned, the book is a detailed and meticulous review of Peck's career, step by step, play by play, and film by film (and all the other things he accomplished). The book contains all sorts of information about the whys, wherefores, and reasons thereof that drove Peck to make the career moves that he did. And there is much information regarding how Peck prepared for roles, what movitated his performances, and how his relationships with co-stars/colleagues affected him and them.

Overall, it was an enjoyable read. I learned a great deal about Gregory Peck and, unbelievably since I was already a fan, appreciate the actor even more.

The one thing the book lacks is, perhaps, more about the personal life of the actor. I'm sure this has little to do with the efforts of the author. Gregory Peck was well-known to be an extremely private person during his lifetime, and I have no problem respecting his wishes now that he is gone.

Overall, I highly recommend the book.

3 out of 5 stars An acting life.......2004-07-10

Peck's acting life earns a thorough description, movie by movie, director by director. His early life receives a bit less. Born in 1916 in La Jolla, he had a lonely, almost dysfunctional childhood, including boarding schools, distant parents, a favored grandmother, a short-lived dog for a pet, and a University of California education. He quickly moves from college in California, to a scholarship to acting school in New York, to three short, failed Broadway plays, to almost overnight success in Hollywood, kicked off by his role as a priest in "Keys to the Kingdom".

But the story is more of a diary or summary of events, including things like profits from his La Jolla Playhouse venture, calculated to the penny. Casts of summer stock plays and Hollywood movies are cataloged. Every radio broadcast seems to merit a mention.

But the story is often a bore. Peck, who apparently had some form of editorial input to the book, chimes in at times with one-sentence descriptions of people, events, and movies, but it reads more like a scribbled note he added to the Fishgall's draft text. His life, including children, affairs and failed marriages, are sidelights.

If you would like a life catalog, read this book. For entertainment and a more human portrait, watch "Twelve O'Clock High".
The Bible, The New Testament
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  • An Exquisite Reading
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The Bible, The New Testament

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Famed actor Gregory Peck narrates, reading with sensitivity and power from the King James Version, a biblical translation of sublime poetic beauty. Whether you're a newcomer or an experienced Bible reader, this audio version will bring you hours of timely inspiration. The parables and lessons of the New Testament resonate through much of our religious, literary and cultural history. The New Testament, composed of twenty-seven books starts with the four Gospels which record the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. Written by the disciples of Jesus Christ, this work is a source of wisdom and solace for millions around the world.

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5 out of 5 stars An Exquisite Reading.......2006-01-12

This unabridged reading of the New Testament in the King James Version is exquisite in its beauty and simplicity. It has no background music, except for a short piece at the end of each book, and Gregory Peck's resonant, gorgeous voice is perfect for the poetic cadence of the text. One of the 20th century's finest actors, Peck's rendition has depth and subtlety, as he skillfully reads the Scripture with gentle emotion, and perfect enunciation.

No matter how many times one has read the Bible, hearing it in an audio version adds a new dimension to the text, whether one just listens, or reads along with it. There is a new layer of understanding that comes with hearing the entire Scripture that brings a fresh insight into certain passages. I have read several translations, and though some are very illuminating (I am partial to the Amplified Bible), I find none quite have the power and beauty of the King James Version.

Oscar winner Peck (1916-2003) recorded all 22 hours of this New Testament in 1984, in a log cabin that was a part of his property in Los Angeles that he used as a retreat and office. Produced by his son Stephen, it was a project that Peck, who said that his faith was "an anchor to windward" throughout his life, found very rewarding to complete.

5 out of 5 stars Very powerful!.......2004-04-07

I have had this wonderful set for a couple of years. Mr. Peck reads the Word with strength and clarity. I prefer not having music or sound effects in the background - so this rendition is perfect for me. Hearing the Bible read seems to give me a different perspective. I always feel refreshed and encouraged after I listen to these tapes.

4 out of 5 stars Just what I was looking for!.......2002-10-05

Audiofile may think that the performance is "tired", but Peck's reading of the New Testament is exactly what I wanted. No musical score, no cast of thousands; no overblown, Shakespearean dramatization. Just God's word, read clearly and simply. Gregory Peck was a fine choice, and I never tired of hearing his voice.

The only reason I rate this 4 stars instead of 5 is that I would prefer the NIV or even the NKJV over the KJV, but this is the only version that Audible.com carries (as of 10/2002).

5 out of 5 stars Gregory Peck's voice is perfect.......1999-08-27

I only listened to part of one tape, but I was impressed and am considering buying it. The content is, of course, amazing. But the words are delivered by the deep sound of Gregory Peck, who somehow sounds like he actually went back in time and experienced what he's reading. It's authoritative! I felt like I was listening to a prophet, not an actor.

5 out of 5 stars Narration makes this Bible truly delightful!.......1998-07-13

This audio version of the Bible makes the New Testament easily accessible to everyone. Both the tone and pace of delivery make it great when travelling, walking, driving or just meditating. You can also grab your Bible and read along. The narration is very soothing and makes reading the Bible a lot of fun. I highly recommend this audio series
Gregory Peck: A Charmed Life
Average customer rating: 3 out of 5 stars
  • Gregory Peck biography
  • EVERYTHING YOU EVER WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT GREGORY PECK AND THEN SOME
  • Disappointing Biography
  • Expertly written bio
  • A chip on Haney's shoulder
Gregory Peck: A Charmed Life
Lynn Haney
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His first screen test was a disaster, his features were large and irregular, his left ear outsized the right, yet he would one day be headlined as the Most Handsome Man in the World. And most of his leading ladies—among them, Ingrid Bergman, Jennifer Jones, Audrey Hepburn, Sophia Loren, and Ava Gardner—would not disagree.

Irreverent, candid, refreshingly honest, Lynn Haney's carefully researched biography not only charts the remarkable career of the Oscar-winning star but also plumbs Peck's frequently troubling complexity in his off-screen roles as husband, father, lover, and son. About the tough times, Haney minces no words; but the misfortunes by no means eclipse the energy, intensity, and excitement that characterized Peck's five decades of moviemaking. This is a book filled with telling photographs, and a story cast with movie moguls from Louis B. Mayer to Darryl Zanuck, with directors from Hitchcock and Walsh to Huston and Wyler, with nearly every major luminary in Hollywood, and, starring for the first time in toto, Gregory Peck.

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4 out of 5 stars Gregory Peck biography.......2006-08-30

Very well written, well-documented information
Bit dry with a lot of chronological information
Dispels a few myths about his 'charmed' life in La Jolla
Shows him to be a very decent hardworking actor and person with principles
Would recommend, but would be best for a true fan of his

5 out of 5 stars EVERYTHING YOU EVER WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT GREGORY PECK AND THEN SOME.......2006-03-24

This was simply one of the best books I have ever read [and I have read a lot!] Not only does the author let you into Peck's life from the beginning until the end, but also adds a lot of "Hollywood scoops" that keeps you on your toes wondering what will surprise you next. There is none of the blatant " I did this, I did that" that I found while reading Ginger Rogers' autobiography. Gregory Peck was and is a Hollywood icon. To me he will always be "Atticus Finch:" a man who represents the good that is deep inside all of us. This book is a treasure!

2 out of 5 stars Disappointing Biography.......2006-02-28

This should have been a well-written book about a fascinating man. But it never quite captured the sense of Mr. Peck. Part of the problem may have been the distracting and numerous typos, grammatical errors and an annoying habit of veering off onto subjects that were only slightly related and which are already the stuff of Hollywood lore, written about MANY times before.

5 out of 5 stars Expertly written bio .......2006-01-08

An extremely well writen bio of Gregory Peck. The author provies both complimentary and critical analysis of the man which I find absolute in a bio. The photos are well placed.
This is a good book.

1 out of 5 stars A chip on Haney's shoulder.......2005-12-03

I just can't seem to understand why Ms Haney chose Gregory Peck as her subject when she obviously does not even like him. I assume biographies of the stars are written for the their fans and though I appreciate truth but the lot that appears in Haney's book seems to be gossip. What was she thinking?? Looks like she collected snippets on Greg Peck's life from gutter journalists and printed it out in the book.

She seems to be a big fan of his first wife though, as the demise of their marriage is firmly laid at Mr Peck's door. His other sin seems to be falling in love with his second one and moving on with his life with her. Well here is a news flash for you dear author, in instances like a divorce, it takes two to tango. We never seem to understand from your book as to what was Greta Peck's failing as a wife that led to it.

Also half baked accounts of his son's sucide are quite jarring. Again the author seems to think that it was Gregory Peck's stature and achivements that led his son to his demise. What was he suppose to do? Become a hermit & run to jungles so that his son would not be plagued with inferioty complex?

Really star bigraphers like Ms Haney should stick to what they do best...write for useless glossies that the twits of the world love so very much and leave book writing to the more accompalished writers.
The Films of Gregory Peck
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    John Griggs
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      Michael Munn
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        Gregory Peck, a Biography.
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          Gregory Peck: A Bio-Bibliography (Bio-Bibliographies in the Performing Arts)
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            Gerard Molyneaux
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            Born in 1916 in La Jolla, California, Gregory Peck took up acting in college on a lark that would lead to a career. In his early years, he appeared in a series of summer stock engagements and Broadway shows. He became a star within a year after arriving in Hollywood during World War II, and he won an Academy Award nomination for his second film. From the 1940s to the present, he has played some of film's most memorable and admired characters. This volume provides complete information about Gregory Peck's work in film, television, radio, and the stage. Entries are included for all of his performances, with each entry providing cast and credit information, a plot summary, excerpts from reviews, and critical commentary. A biography and chronology highlight significant events in his life, while a listing of his honors and awards summarizes the recognition he has received over the years. For researchers seeking additional information, the book includes descriptions of special collections holding material related to Peck's work, along with an extensive bibliography of books and articles.
            Gregory Peck: A biography
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                Neil Diamond: His Life, His Music, His Passion
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                Neil Diamond: His Life, His Music, His Passion
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                Neil Diamond has written some of the most memorable songs in pop history. A brilliant song writer and a charismatic live performer, he is one of the Top 5 most successful solo artists in pop music, and has sold over 120 million albums. However, he is a star who has suffered periods of crippling self-doubt. He is an intriguing blend of contradictions--a massively entertaining live performer, yet deeply introspective off stage. After years of anonymity in Tin Pan Alley churning out hits for other artists and surviving on only one dollar a day, Neil Diamond burst onto the scene in his own right in 1969 with "Sweet Caroline". This fascinating portrait of Neil Diamond--his life, his music, his passion--is explored from his childhood struggle to get out of Brooklyn, through five decades of global stardom. This biography gives a compelling insight into the complex man behind the glittering legend.

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                5 out of 5 stars Neil Diamond: His Life, His Music, His passion.......2007-03-08

                Very nice book. My wife loved it.

                5 out of 5 stars A surprising book.......2007-02-12

                Being a Neil Diamond fan for as long as I remember, I had to purchase this book and was not disappointed. Ms Jackson covers a surprising amount of information and really gives you tremendous insight into Neil's heart, mind, and character. She exposes you to what his life entailed and everything that influenced what he is today. It made me fall in love with him even more...if that was possible!!

                5 out of 5 stars Very interesting and informative........2006-02-25

                I have been a Neil Diamond fan from way back. I have seen him in concert many times and will still continue to see him. He is an extremely talented man who has so much to offer but suffers from some road blocks at times trying to get out what he wants to. When he finds his groove it leaves me breathless. I enjoyed the book. My favorite Neil song is I am I said.
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                5 out of 5 stars if you love neil diamond, you must have this book!!.......2002-09-17

                this book is full of pictures and loaded with info on neil.

                1 out of 5 stars never got.......2002-04-08

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                5 out of 5 stars The Best of Neil.......2002-01-28

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                5 out of 5 stars A great book!!!.......2001-08-23

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                  Neil Diamond - The Greatest Hits 1966-1992
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                    ASIN: 0793514339

                    Product Description

                    37 of his best, including: America Forever in Blue Jeans Heartlight Hello Again Love on the Rocks September Morn Song Sung Blue Sweet Caroline You Don't Bring Me Flowers and more. Also includes an introduction by Mr. Diamond.
                    Diamond, a Biography
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                      Alan Grossman , Bill Truman , and Roy Oki Yamanaka
                      Manufacturer: Contemporary Books
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                      Snake Oil and Other Preoccupations
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                      • Cynicism and half truth
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                      John Diamond
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                      1 out of 5 stars Cynicism and half truth.......2007-03-09

                      This is a terrible book written in a debunking polemical style but offering nothing of hope or evidence for its claims. As usual Dawkins writes in his usual evangelical style and mirrors that which he professes to despise. As for Dominic Lawson! No comment!

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                      A must-read book for anyone treating patients with Cancer, for anyone with Cancer or for anyone involved with patients with any illness. An amazingly courageous man and extraordinarily moving story.

                      5 out of 5 stars Just a short note.......2002-11-19

                      Dear interested readers, although I live in the US I ordered from Amazon UK to get a hold of the paperback version of this book. I just received it this weekend. The 6 chapters which were available for "snake oil" are quite medical and speaks mostly about the fact that most alternative medicine is never been proven to work. I haven't read it all yet, so I can't not yet get specific
                      the most part of the book are articles written by John from 1989 till a few days before his untimely death. The topics are as varied as they come: Geneva, Yiddish, cancer, book reviews etc. Those are mostly more upbeat written then the first 6 chapters.

                      To conclude: I love his writing style. I'm sorry I haven't gotten a chance to see or hear any of his shows like in the UK. He leaves behind a great legacy.
                      Solitary Star: A Biography of Neil Diamond
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                        Manufacturer: Pan Macmillan
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                        Biography - Diamond, Neil (1941-): An article from: Contemporary Authors Online
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                          Gale Reference Team
                          Manufacturer: Thomson Gale
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                          Binding: Digital
                          ASIN: B0007SB9XC
                          Release Date: 2007-06-13

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                          Neil Diamond
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                            C: Because Cowards Get Cancer Too
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                              Manufacturer: Random House Audiobooks
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