First published 1993
Katharine Hepburn opens her life to readers in this direct autobiography. The legendary actress recounts her journey from her unconventional Connecticut childhood through her rise to Hollywood stardom. Hepburn writes with characteristic frankness about her career choices, her famous relationships, and her determination to live life on her own terms. She covers her early struggles in theater, her tumultuous years in Hollywood, and her celebrated partnerships with Spencer Tracy and other leading men. The memoir reveals her thoughts on acting, love, family, and the price of fame. Hepburn's voice comes through clearly as she reflects on the decisions that shaped her remarkable career and personal life. This autobiography offers readers an intimate look at one of cinema's most independent spirits.
Genres: biography, 20th-century, autobiography, memoir
Vibes: emotional-atmospheric, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: independent-spirit, self-determination
Period: 20th-Century
379 pages · Paperback · Pocket