The Nine Lives of Michael Todd: The Story of One of the World's Most Fabulous Showmen (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781104848514)

The Nine Lives of Michael Todd: The Story of One of the World's Most Fabulous Showmen is a biography written by Art Cohn. The book chronicles the life of Michael Todd, a larger-than-life figure in the entertainment industry during the mid-20th century. Todd was a producer, director, and showman who was known for his extravagant productions and his ability to captivate audiences. The book details Todd's rise to fame, from his humble beginnings in Chicago to his success on Broadway and in Hollywood. It explores his relationships with some of the biggest names in show business, including Elizabeth Taylor, whom he married in 1957. The book also delves into Todd's personal life, including his struggles with addiction and his untimely death in a plane crash in 1958. Through interviews with Todd's friends, family, and colleagues, as well as extensive research, Cohn paints a vivid portrait of a man who lived life to the fullest and left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. The Nine Lives of Michael Todd is a fascinating look at one of the most colorful and influential figures in show business history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Art Cohn
ISBN-10: 1104848511
ISBN-13: 9781104848514
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/23/2009
Pages: 430
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.76lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.13d