William S. Hart Projecting the American West |
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| Author:
| Davis, Ronald L. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-8061-6503-5 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2020 |
| Publisher: | University of Oklahoma Press
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $21.95 |
Book Description:
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Stage actor turned Hollywood star, William S. Hart was for movie fans a cherished symbol of the romantic Old West. His silent westerns offered excitement, lessons in righteous behaviour, and a nostalgic vision of the American frontier. This biography explores the personal and professional life of Hollywood's prototypical cowboy hero.
Stage actor turned Hollywood star, William S. Hart was for movie fans a cherished symbol of the romantic Old West. His silent westerns offered excitement, lessons in righteous behaviour, and a nostalgic vision of the American frontier. This biography explores the personal and professional life of Hollywood's prototypical cowboy hero.