Description
Author Cari Beauchamp
Publisher University of California Press; First Edition (April 23, 1998)
Binding paperback
Condition like new
Summary
Without Lying Down chronicles the trailblazing journey of Frances Marion, one of Hollywood's most prolific screenwriters, and the powerful women who shaped the film industry during its early years. This compelling biography reveals the influential role of women in early cinema, breaking barriers and redefining Hollywood. Cari Beauchamp explores their achievements amidst a male-dominated industry, illustrating how Marion and her peers, such as Mary Pickford and Louise Brooks, used their wit, courage, and talent to become Hollywood legends. This book is an inspiring tribute to women who made history by creating it.