Five women born in the early 20th Century
made their way to a small, magical town in California named Hollywood,
where they eventually became revered for their talent and beauty. They
had lucrative careers of dazzling glamour riddled with outrageous
incidents, flashy headlines and savage disappointment. Adored for their
presence, charm and flair, they were also worshipped and betrayed by
lovers and husbands, and surrounded by improbable circumstances while
idolized worldwide by millions.
Starrlight; Glamorous Latin Movie Stars Of Early Hollywood
presents colorful biographical accounts od cinematic stars Maria Montez,
Rita Hayworth, Lupe Velez, Carmen Miranda and Dolores Del Rio.
Every page is an especially creative feast for the eyes. This
elegant silver linen-bound limited edition brings together over 100
images, including 50 rarely-seen photos of the featured actresses. This
is an art book treasure for the ages, and a portrait of Starr's
unreserved passion for his material. Hardcover. 74 pages. First Flight
Books; 1st edition (September 15, 2010).
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Picture Perfect: Deco Photo Frames 1926-1946
From the mid-1920s to the beginning of the postwar era in the 1940s,
Deco-style metal-and-glass picture frames were a common item for sale in
department stores, photography studios, and five-and-dimes across
America. They are now a collectible, valued for their decorative
detailing and their variety of styles and sizes. Picture Perfect
presents hundreds of these products from a bygone era, tracing their
history in the United States and providing information about the
manufacturing techniques employed in their production. 160 pages.
Publisher: Rizzoli (October 15, 1991)