Title: William S. Hart : projecting the American West /
Authors: Davis, Ronald L.
Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press,
Year: 2003
Subjects: Hart, William Surrey,; Hart, William S.; Motion picture actors and actresses United States Biography.
Abstract: "Stage actor turned Hollywood star, William S. Hart (1864-1946) was for movie fans a cherished symbol of the romantic Old West. His silent westerns offered excitement, lessons in righteous behavior, and a nostalgic vision of the American frontier. This biography explores the personal and professional life of Hollywood's prototypical cowboy hero."
Contents: Boyhood -- Struggling actor -- Projecting a western image -- Inceville cowboy -- Making movies for Triangle -- Artcraft star -- Artcraft contract renewed -- Romance and marriage -- Back to work -- Retirement -- The final reel.