by Scott Eyman
First published 1991
Scott Eyman traces the extraordinary journey of Mary Pickford from her early days to her position as film's inaugural celebrity. The author chronicles how Pickford achieved unprecedented stardom and wielded remarkable power within the movie industry during its formative years. Eyman examines her personal struggles, including persistent rumors about her battles with alcohol dependency. The biography details her high-profile romantic relationships and marriages, particularly her union with fellow screen legend Douglas Fairbanks and later marriage to Buddy Rogers. Through careful research, Eyman presents the complex portrait of a woman who helped define what it meant to be a Hollywood star. This biography offers readers an intimate look at the person behind the public persona, revealing both the triumphs and personal costs of pioneering fame in the entertainment industry.
Genres: biography, 20th-century, american, film
Vibes: intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: biographical, rise-to-fame
Setting: Hollywood
Period: Early 20th Century
Hardcover · Dutton