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Title: Cagney by John McCabe ISBN: 0-7867-0580-9 Publisher: Carroll & Graf Pub. Date: March, 1999 Format: Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $14.95 |
Average Customer Rating: 4.33 (12 reviews)
Rating: 4
Summary: Loved the Book, but was saddened by some of the content!
Comment: John McCabe's book on James Cagney, I feel is one of the best I have read. I have been a fan of James Cagney for 25 years and this book informed me the most!!! Even Cagney by Cagney was a great book by the actor, but of course he kept what he wanted to keep private, but did a fine job of telling of his childhood and career. McCabe digs deep into Cagney's feelings, truely informing the reader of his life and career. I read the book in one week, I couldnt put it down!!! It is a great book to my collection. Although the book was informative and interesting, I was saddened to find out about Cagney's adultry and how he allowed his wife to control so much of his life, such as with his own siblings and his own children. Cagney was so close to his own family, his mother being so dear to him, that I was surprised to read how he treated his own children. Although, McCabe does inform the reader, that people close to the Cagney's said Jim was closer to the children then his wife Bill. Reading about this saddened me, but also realizing Mr. Cagney was not perfect, but I always thought of him as a person in hollywood who kept his life clean from all the garbage that goes on in that type of business. I must say the adultry was a real shocker, in fact I read that page 3 times!!!! lol Because I could not believe this about the man I so much respected.Even Cagney's belief in Socialism was a shock, but was glad to here he became a repulican toward the end of his life. You couldnt say, he didnt experience all parties!!!! With all the books on Cagney, this is truely a honest, compassionate, respectful book of Cagney by John McCabe. Toward the end of the book, reading of how Mr. Cagney died was an emotional one for me, bringing tears to my eyes. Thinking back on how sad I was on that day.This is a must read book for all Cagney fans, but must warn, the content of this book might surprise and saddened you. Although all that I know on Mr. Cagney, good and bad, he will always be my favorite!!!! :-)
Rating: 5
Summary: An Honest Look At A Remarkable Life
Comment: I love John McCabe's definitive bio of Goerge M. Cohan, and admired the fine job he did ghosting James Cagney's delightful autobiography, so I had high expectations for this book. I was not disappointed. McCabe knows how to put readers in touch with another time and place, which makes his subjects come alive on the page. He also knows how to deal sensitively yet frankly with the real person that lives and breathes behind the facade of public celebrity. Cohan was a complicated character, but McCabe made his eccentricities understandable. What he did for Cohan, he does here for Cagney. The reader gets a real sense of what formed this one-of-a-kind personality, and a deepened respect for a legendary talent. Some have complained because this book covers some of Cagney's negative qualities, de-mythologizing a great star, but I think that's taking it the wrong way. Seeing Cagney honestly makes his real accomplishments that much more impressive. He was no plaster saint, but a flesh and blood man with flaws and foibles -- thats why his success was so amazing. A street kid from the East Side slums, he had more integrity and genuine class than many a blueblood -- that's why he was so admired by those who worked with him, and why so many still respond to his performances. McCabe's genuine affection for Cagney is evident, but it does not prevent the author from writing candidly. There is no scandal mongering here -- just an honest yet sympathetic look at a unique man. Its beautifully written and has some great photos -- many of which are rare. If you are interested in Cagney and looking for a great read, grab this one.
Rating: 2
Summary: Jimmy, say it ain't so!
Comment: I have loved Cagney for years, and would have prefered not to know all the bubble bursting details brought out in this story. His early years, telling of his family of origin and bowery boy childhood was fascinating. I should have stopped reading there. When he marries the strong willed Billie early on, he is not the powerhouse man of his movies. She becomes an obstacle between his family and their adoptive children. If this is not disappointing enough, you will also plow through excessive analysis of every character Cagney ever played. I've seen most of those movies, haven't you? Having to imply deeper content to pure entertainment is a bore. If you love the magic of Cagney's film charisma, skip this read. Your Jimmy will be gone.
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Title: Cagney by Cagney by James Cagney ISBN: 0385045875 Publisher: Doubleday Pub. Date: January, 1976 List Price(USD): $8.95 |
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Title: Martini Man: The Life of Dean Martin by William Schoell ISBN: 0878332316 Publisher: Taylor Pub Pub. Date: October, 1999 List Price(USD): $24.95 |
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Title: James Cagney by Richard Schickel ISBN: 1557833508 Publisher: Applause Books Pub. Date: 01 May, 2000 List Price(USD): $9.95 |
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