{"product_id":"charles-mcgraw-alan-k-rode-9780786471720","title":"Charles McGraw: Biography of a Film Noir Tough Guy","description":"\u003cp\u003e The iconic actor Charles McGraw appeared in over 140 roles on films and television, including the classic noir pictures \u003ci\u003eThe Killers\u003c\/i\u003e (1946) and \u003ci\u003eThe Narrow Margin\u003c\/i\u003e (1952). Whether portraying tough cops or sadistic killers, McGraw brought a unique authenticity to the screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Emphasizing his impact on the film noir style, this comprehensive biography examines McGraw's lengthy career against the backdrop of a changing Hollywood. Through numerous personal interviews with his surviving intimates, close acquaintances and co-workers, his tumultuous personal life is detailed from his earliest days to his bizarre, accidental death. Also included are an extensive critical filmography of McGraw's feature film career, a complete list of television appearances and previously unpublished film stills and personal photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Alan K. Rode\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 0786471727\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780786471720\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e McFarland \u0026amp; Company\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 08\/28\/2012\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 228\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.90lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.90h x 6.90w x 0.90d","brand":"Alan K. Rode","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":46334423630079,"sku":"9780786471720","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_22d6e2cb-c048-430d-8c41-ce765a07a015.jpg?v=1731466795","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/charles-mcgraw-alan-k-rode-9780786471720","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}