Burt Lancaster (A Pyramid illustrated history of the movies)

The Pyramid Illustrated History of the Movies is a series of volumes that offers a comprehensive overview and brings a fresh perspective to the influential figures, forms, and styles in the development of motion pictures. Each lavishly illustrated volume has been designed to stimulate the interest of the student for whom film is an art, and to stir the memories of the fan for whom "going to the movies" will always be an exhilarating experience. -- A versatile and powerful actor, Burt Lancaster has ranged from rugged, breezy men of action in adventure movies to roles of astonishing variety in such films as Elmer Gantry, Birdman of alcatraz, and Judgement at Nuremberg. Tony Thomas' amply illustrated book covers Lancaster's life and career, demonstrating clearly why he has remained in the front rank of film stars for nearly three decades.