- Hardcover: 288 pages
- Publisher: Robson Book Ltd (June 1991)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0860514943
- ISBN-13: 978-0860514947
- Product Dimensions: 23.1 x 15.5 x 3.3 cm
- Shipping Weight: 590 g
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From Publishers Weekly
The life of comedy legend Groucho Marx (1890-1977) is detailed in this flawed but sensitive biography. Material from the author's 1954 biography, Groucho , is incorporated; editing out the present-tense references to Groucho and his brothers--through much of the book it sounds as if they are still alive--would have eliminated some confusion. The last 50 or so pages, exhaustively describing the battle over conservatorship of the ailing star's estate, include an overzealous thrashing of Erin Fleming, Groucho's companion during his last seven years, whom the author describes as a gold digger who tried to alienate Groucho from his family and friends to gain control of his finances. Groucho is portrayed as an eccentric and inconsistent father who was at turns generous and tightfisted, loving and aloof. Abundant Groucho-esque quotes and anecdotes about Groucho's close but volatile relationship with his brothers provide insight into a complex personality. Photos.
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.
From Library Journal
Updating and adding 13 chapters to his 1954 biography, Life with Groucho ( LJ 12/15/54), the ad-lib master's son provides an abundance of amusing anecdotes and episodes from the full life of his unpredictable father. Fuel for a small fire is inherent in Arthur's contention that his anarchic uncles' switch from Paramount to Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer for 1935's A Night at the Opera and subsequent films was salutary. Cineastes detect only structured lunacy under producer Thalberg and studio head Mayer. Profusely illustrated and necessary for the performing arts subsection labeled "Marx Bros."--or humor, vaudeville, Broadway, film, radio, and TV collections.
- Kim Holston, American Inst. for Property and Liability Underwriters, Malvern, Pa .
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.
- Kim Holston, American Inst. for Property and Liability Underwriters, Malvern, Pa .
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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5.0 out of 5 stars (2 customer reviews)
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Superb insights into day-to-day life in Groucho's home, Sep 20 1996
By A Customer - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: My Life With Groucho: A Son's Eye View (Hardcover)
Arthur Marx has written a wonderful narrative of his life asthe son of Groucho Marx. In this book, you will find out
about Groucho's likes and dislikes... what drove his wives
to divorce, and a great deal of "the real Groucho" from
someone very close to him.
What was most interesting to me was the sad ending to this
comedic genius' life and how his estate was ultimately
resolved. A wonderful insight into Groucho's personal life.
1 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Superb insights into day-to-day life in Groucho's home, Sep 20 1996
By A Customer - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: My Life With Groucho: A Son's Eye View (Hardcover)
Arthur Marx has written a wonderful narrative of his life asthe son of Groucho Marx. In this book, you will find out
about Groucho's likes and dislikes... what drove his wives
to divorce, and a great deal of "the real Groucho" from
someone very close to him.
What was most interesting to me was the sad ending to this
comedic genius' life and how his estate was ultimately
resolved. A wonderful insight into Groucho's personal life.
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