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A book that has been read but is in good condition. Very minimal damage to the cover including scuff marks, but no holes or tears. The dust jacket for hard covers may not be included. Binding has minimal wear. The majority of pages are undamaged with minimal creasing or tearing, minimal pencil underlining of text, no highlighting of text, no writing in margins. No missing pages. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections.
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Release Year
- 2011
- ISBN
- 9781595800558
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Santa Monica Press
ISBN-10
1595800557
ISBN-13
9781595800558
eBay Product ID (ePID)
92283525
Product Key Features
Book Title
Mgm : Hollywood's Greatest Backlot
Number of Pages
312 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Film / General, Film / Direction & Production, Film / History & Criticism
Publication Year
2011
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Performing Arts
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
1 in
Item Weight
52 Oz
Item Length
8.7 in
Item Width
11.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2010-002730
Reviews
"An extraordinary effort! The amount of fascinating new information and astounding visual material presented here staggers the mind." --Daniel Selznick, grandson of MGM studio head Louis B. Mayer, "For anyone who has ever dreamed what it was like to live in the Golden Age of Hollywood, this visit to my grandfather's studio will vividly re-create the experience." --Daniel Mayer Selznick, "What an achievement! Having spent a great deal of time on the backlot myself, this book brought forth so many memories. The description of the last days of MGM is brilliantly done, and the list of films shot on the various sets is incredible. All in all, it's a spectacular project!" --Kevin Brownlow, "The first ten films I made for MGM changed my life. Now you can go back in time—as I have—in the pages of this remarkable book, learning how and where the ‘Land of Make Believe' became real. Once you take the journey, you, too, will be transported." —Angela Lansbury, "What a cornucopia of valuable behind-the-scenes information and rare photos. I've got one word to describe this book: Irresistible!" --Leonard Maltin, "For anyone who has ever dreamed what it was like to live in the Golden Age of Hollywood, this visit to my grandfather's studio will vividly re-create the experience." —Daniel Mayer Selznick, "I was under contract with MGM for six years and twenty four films, and seeing this extraordinary new book of photos and commentary took me, and will take you, on a journey where Louis B. Mayer's ‘More Stars Than There Are in Heaven' acted on the magnificent grounds and sets of MGM's five backlots." —Richard Anderson, "The first ten films I made for MGM changed my life. Now you can go back in time--as I have--in the pages of this remarkable book, learning how and where the #145;Land of Make Believe' became real. Once you take the journey, you, too, will be transported." --Angela Lansbury, "What a cornucopia of valuable behind-the-scenes information and rare photos. I've got one word to describe this book: Irresistible!" —Leonard Maltin, "What an achievement! Having spent a great deal of time on the backlot myself, this book brought forth so many memories. The description of the last days of MGM is brilliantly done, and the list of films shot on the various sets is incredible. All in all, it's a spectacular project!" —Kevin Brownlow, "I was under contract with MGM for six years and twenty four films, and seeing this extraordinary new book of photos and commentary took me, and will take you, on a journey where Louis B. Mayer's #145;More Stars Than There Are in Heaven' acted on the magnificent grounds and sets of MGM's five backlots." --Richard Anderson, "I was under contract with MGM for six years and twenty four films, and seeing this extraordinary new book of photos and commentary took me, and will take you, on a journey where Louis B. Mayer's #145;More Stars Than There Are in Heaven' acted on the magnificent grounds and sets of MGM's five backlots." —Richard Anderson, "An extraordinary effort! The amount of fascinating new information and astounding visual material presented here staggers the mind." —Daniel Selznick, grandson of MGM studio head Louis B. Mayer, "The first ten films I made for MGM changed my life. Now you can go back in time—as I have—in the pages of this remarkable book, learning how and where the #145;Land of Make Believe' became real. Once you take the journey, you, too, will be transported." —Angela Lansbury, "This comprehensive history uses detailed text and a wealth of behind the scenes photos to take you through the most storied of major studio lots. If you love classic Hollywood, this book is a knockout." —Kenneth Turan, "This comprehensive history uses detailed text and a wealth of behind the scenes photos to take you through the most storied of major studio lots. If you love classic Hollywood, this book is a knockout." --Kenneth Turan, " For anyone who has ever dreamed what it was like to live in the Golden Age of Hollywood, this visit to my grandfather's studio will vividly re-create the experience." —Daniel Mayer Selznick
Dewey Edition
22
Dewey Decimal
384/.80979494
Synopsis
Going behind the scenes at one of Hollywood's greatest movie studios, this extraordinary history reveals the untold story of the soundstages and outdoor sets where many of the world's greatest films were produced. Featuring candid, previously unpublished photographs from the studio's archives and exclusive interviews with actors and staff, this ......, M-G-M: Hollywood's Greatest Backlot is the illustrated history of the soundstages and outdoor sets where Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer produced many of the world's most famous films. During its Golden Age, the studio employed the likes of Garbo, Astaire, and Gable, and produced innumerable iconic pieces of cinema such as The Wizard of Oz, Singin' in the Rain , and Ben-Hur . It is estimated that a fifth of all films made in the United States prior to the 1970s were shot at MGM studios, meaning that the gigantic property was responsible for hundreds of iconic sets and stages, often utilizing and transforming minimal spaces and previously used props, to create some of the most recognizable and identifiable landscapes of modern movie culture. All of this happened behind closed doors, the backlot shut off from the public in a veil of secrecy and movie magic. M-G-M: Hollywood's Greatest Backlot highlights this fascinating film treasure by recounting the history, popularity, and success of the MGM company through a tour of its physical property. Featuring the candid, exclusive voices and photographs from the people who worked there, and including hundreds of rare and unpublished photographs (including many from the archives of Warner Bros.), readers are launched aboard a fun and entertaining virtual tour of Hollywood's most famous and mysterious motion picture studio.
LC Classification Number
PN1999.M4B56 2010
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- m***a (24)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseBook is in excellent condition as described, and was packaged very well for mailing. The only thing that would've made the sale a bit better would have been if I could have gotten it sooner. I purchased the item on March 3, shipping info was generated on March 5, actually wasn't received at the post office until March 6. They say patience is a virtue, but it is not one I have been blessed with. I appreciate that the seller accepted my bid instead of their asking price. Would recommend seller!FORD MOTOR Closing Years of Tradition 1946 1947 1948 Accessories Restoration (#326429887946)
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- n***i (124)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseOn May 19, 2025, I purchased the book “MGM: Hollywood’s Greatest Backlot” sold by: Books for Ages. This was a clean transaction. • At “Shipping Partner” (California) for processing: May 20. • Delivered to my address (Massachusetts): May 27. • Arrived securely packaged. • Condition as described by seller.
- 4***7 (199)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseSigned 1st edition hardcover of "Menagerie Manor," by Gerald Durrell is as pictured & described. Arrived fast & early! Got a great deal on this treasure! The book was put inside a tough plastic bag, then inside a sturdy manilla envelope, then nestled in crumpled newspaper inside a sturdy box. Tasty layers of goodness! Fort Knox in a Box! Great communication! Excited to add this to my growing Gerald Durrell book collection! Thank you for your care and attention! !!!!Seller Highly Recommended!!!!
- 1***d (17)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseThe appearance of the item was exactly as depicted, the condition was better than what the pictures showed. The item was carefully packed and arrived sooner than anticipated. It was also reasonably priced which influenced my purchase. I appreciated the quick response from purchase to shipping out. I would conduct business with this seller again. Overall great quality for the price point.
- m***a (24)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseBook is in excellent condition as described, and was packaged very well for mailing. The only thing that would've made the sale a bit better would have been if I could have gotten it sooner. I purchased the item on March 3, shipping info was generated on March 5, actually wasn't received at the post office until March 6. They say patience is a virtue, but it is not one I have been blessed with. I appreciate that the seller accepted my bid instead of their asking price. Would recommend seller!FORD MOTOR Closing Years of Tradition 1946 1947 1948 Accessories Restoration (#326429887946)