Leonard: My Fifty-Year Friendship with a Remarkable Man

Author:   William Shatner ,  Professor Emeritus David Fisher (University of Miami)
Publisher:   Thorndike Press
Edition:   Large type / large print edition
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9781410487438


Publication Date:   02 March 2016
Format:   Hardback
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Leonard Nimoy and William Shatner first crossed paths as actors on the set of The Man from U.N.C.L.E. Little did they know that their next roles, in a new science-fiction television series, would shape their lives in ways no one could have anticipated. In seventy-nine television episodes and six feature films, they grew to know each other more than most friends could ever imagine. Over the course of half a century, Shatner and Nimoy saw each other through personal and professional highs and lows. In this powerfully emotional book, Shatner tells the story of a man who was his friend for five decades, recounting anecdotes and untold stories of their lives on and off set, as well as gathering stories from others who knew Nimoy well, to present a full picture of a rich life. As much a biography of Nimoy as a story of their friendship, Leonard is a uniquely heartfelt book written by one legendary actor in celebration of another.

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Author:   William Shatner ,  Professor Emeritus David Fisher (University of Miami)
Publisher:   Thorndike Press
Imprint:   Thorndike Press
Edition:   Large type / large print edition
Dimensions:   Width: 14.20cm , Height: 3.00cm , Length: 21.80cm
Weight:   0.522kg
ISBN:  

9781410487438


ISBN 10:   1410487431
Publication Date:   02 March 2016
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In stock   Availability explained
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That rare celebrity autobiography that's as entertaining as it is self-revealing, a genuinely fun read. Dallas Morning News Shatner makes you feel like he's sitting out on the balcony with you, sharing a cigar and waxing nostalgic. The Oregonian Shatner's sincerity, honesty, and heightened sense of humor all come across at warp speed in this entertaining memoir. Publishers Weekly Shatner has chosen to boldly go where his fans have never seen him go before, and it's an entertaining ride. The Times (UK) It is now Bill Shatner's universe--we just live in it. New York Daily News The book comes across as a lightly edited transcript of a torrent of dictation. . . . . an old-style entertainer's spiel and delightful 'lite' reading. Booklist Shatner's autobiography, Up Till Now, [is] a humorous, self-deprecating look at his career, featuring some hilarious anecdotes, from his early days as a classical Shakespearean actor, touring in Canadian rep and gaining attention on Broadway, but not necessarily for the right reasons. The Press and Journal (UK) He has one of the best-known mugs in show business. ABCnews.com It feels like Shatner has always been there, well, as the book makes clear, that's because it's partly true. The Orange County Register Why did William Shatner cross the road? Why has he ever? To get to the other side. To see what's out there. To find out stuff and inhale the universe in his singular Shatnerian way. Associated Press A 77-year old man writing an autobiography with a title that hints his career has plenty more life in it is a gutsy move. But never count out Mr. Shatner, the greatest pop reinventor since Madonna hit the scene. The Washington Times Shatner reveals his foibles and failures with aplomb, exposes his exterior life in all its wild escapades. The Chronicle Herald (Can.) William Shatner is a multifaceted cultural icon. Los Angeles Times Jacket Copy blog Reads like having Shatner sit on the couch next to you, regaling you with endless stories and jokes as he meanders through the ups and downs of his life. Canada.com Not only are the characters he's played pop culture icons, but so is Shatner himself ... You never know what to expect. National Post It's all in there, including the fights with Star Trek cast members, the third wife's drowning and the subsequent painful inquiry by police, the triumphs, and the personal tragedies. Parade Magazine


That rare celebrity autobiography that's as entertaining as it is self-revealing, a genuinely fun read. Dallas Morning News Shatner makes you feel like he's sitting out on the balcony with you, sharing a cigar and waxing nostalgic. The Oregonian Shatner's sincerity, honesty, and heightened sense of humor all come across at warp speed in this entertaining memoir. Publishers Weekly Shatner has chosen to boldly go where his fans have never seen him go before, and it's an entertaining ride. The Times (UK) It is now Bill Shatner's universe--we just live in it. New York Daily News The book comes across as a lightly edited transcript of a torrent of dictation. . . . . an old-style entertainer's spiel and delightful 'lite' reading. Booklist Shatner's autobiography, Up Till Now, [is] a humorous, self-deprecating look at his career, featuring some hilarious anecdotes, from his early days as a classical Shakespearean actor, touring in Canadian rep and gaining attention on Broadway, but not necessarily for the right reasons. The Press and Journal (UK) He has one of the best-known mugs in show business. ABCnews.com It feels like Shatner has always been there, well, as the book makes clear, that's because it's partly true. The Orange County Register Why did William Shatner cross the road? Why has he ever? To get to the other side. To see what's out there. To find out stuff and inhale the universe in his singular Shatnerian way. Associated Press A 77-year old man writing an autobiography with a title that hints his career has plenty more life in it is a gutsy move. But never count out Mr. Shatner, the greatest pop reinventor since Madonna hit the scene. The Washington Times Shatner reveals his foibles and failures with aplomb, exposes his exterior life in all its wild escapades. The Chronicle Herald (Can.) William Shatner is a multifaceted cultural icon. Los Angeles Times Jacket Copy blog Reads like having Shatner sit on the couch next to you, regaling you with endless stories and jokes as he meanders through the ups and downs of his life. Canada.com Not only are the characters he's played pop culture icons, but so is Shatner himself ... You never know what to expect. National Post It's all in there, including the fights with Star Trek cast members, the third wife's drowning and the subsequent painful inquiry by police, the triumphs, and the personal tragedies. Parade Magazine


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William Shatner has worked as a musician, producer, director, and celebrity pitchman, and notably played Captain Kirk on Star Trek from 1966 to 1969 and in seven Star Trek films. He won an Emmy and a Golden Globe for his role as attorney Denny Crane on the TV drama Boston Legal. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife, Elizabeth. David Fisher is the author of more than twenty New York Times bestsellers, including William Shatner's autobiography Up Till Now. He lives in New York.

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