Errol Flynn

An Epic Life

Autori

• Kevin McAleer

Parametri

• Biografie

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Poetry. Literary Nonfiction. Biography. Errol Flynn had it all—looks, charm, talent, and a legion of devoted fans. He epitomized the swashbuckling hero and romantic lover, living a life that surpassed any film he starred in. However, his journey to movie immortality was marred by a destructive lifestyle that ultimately led to his downfall. What caused this unraveling? What forces shaped this complex man, whom even his father considered an "enigma"? Kevin McAleer navigates the myths surrounding Flynn's life, presenting an epic narrative in verse that captures his spirit and verve, which resonate more with a lyrical age than our own. Flynn believed he was born in the wrong century, and McAleer embraces this notion, recounting his saga akin to the English balladeers who told the tales of Robin Hood, one of Flynn's most iconic roles. Inspired by Lord Byron's playful Don Juan, McAleer employs the ottava rima stanza to reflect Flynn's Byronic romanticism and libertine lifestyle, fitting for someone who starred in the 1948 film Adventures of Don Juan. This work appeals to those who think they dislike poetry, as well as fans of engaging movie-star biographies, featuring 14 vintage photographs and 45 pages of scholarly notes.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2022