John Oller's excellently researched, finely written book on this legendary actress is as relevant today as when it was published in 1997. I saw the book in a store when it first came out and did not buy it then; I regretted that since, because I never found a copy (thinking our library system might have it; they do not). I was surprised to see, considering that it was published 12 years ago, that Amazon still carried a new edition and that I did not have to buy a used copy. It's very informative, with the filmography in the back, which is why I considered buying it to begin with. I've since watched several movies of hers and John Oller's book was more than useful as a guide in that regard. It also fills in the blanks in her life (without being gossipy or overly speculative) as to how she lived between films and during her lengthy retirement. I especially found the section on "Stephanie Blake" fascinating, since I never heard of the show and since many of the co-stars went on to more successful projects. It is a highly recommended book.Get more detail about Jean Arthur: The Actress Nobody Knew.
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