Gielgud: A Theatrical Life, 1904-2000
by By Croall, Jonathan
Category: Biography & Autobiography , Entertainment & Performing Arts

Chronicles the nearly 80 year career of John Gielgud in film, radio, television, and theater. In researching Gielgud's life, Croall interviewed more than 100 of the actor's friends and colleagues, including actors Alec Guinness and Peter Ustinov, playwrights Edward Albee and Christopher Fry, director Peter Brook, and designer Jocelyn Herbert. Coverage includes Gielgud's childhood, his Shakespearean acting, his achievements as a director and manager, and his influences. Croall is editor of the National Theater's magazine,  StageWrite . Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)