Eve Golden Books

The remarkable story of Anna Held, America's most popular musical comedy star in the 1900s, told for the first time.

Illustrated and meticulously-researched, this book traces the life and contribution to film of one of Hollywood's most renowned actors of the silent era.

Eve Golden's heartfelt account delves into Theda Bara's extraordinary life, offering a vivid portrayal of the iconic screen vamp. Through this engaging narrative, readers are taken on a journey that feels akin to time travel, providing intimate insights into Bara's career and persona. Golden's work captures the essence of a legendary figure in film history, making it a compelling read for those interested in classic cinema and the enigmatic women who shaped it.

A complete filmography and numerous rare photographs complete this first-ever biography of Britain's most glamorous comic star.

Focusing on the life and career of Lupe Velez, this biography explores her rise as one of Hollywood's first successful Latin-American stars amidst the challenges of xenophobia and her distinctive Mexican accent. Velez's versatility as an actress and singer shone during the silent film era and the advent of talkies, culminating in her iconic role as Carmelita Fuentes in the Mexican Spitfire series. Author Eve Golden delves into Velez's tumultuous personal life, revealing a compelling narrative shaped by fame, romance, and tragedy, while offering a nuanced portrayal of her legacy in Hollywood.

Jayne Mansfield (1933-1967) was not only an actress but a determined star, renowned as one of the era's iconic sex symbols with her platinum blonde hair, hourglass figure, and extravagant lifestyle. Despite her talent in both comedic and dramatic roles, her relentless pursuit of fame and provocative promotional tactics led to her being increasingly overlooked in Hollywood. This joyful biography, the first definitive account of Mansfield, reveals her as a savvy, ambitious woman dubbed by Andy Warhol as "the poet of publicity." Starting her career as Rita Marlowe in the Broadway show Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter?, she made her film debut in the low-budget drama Female Jungle (1955) and achieved stardom with The Girl Can't Help It (1956). Her dramatic performance in The Wayward Bus (1957) earned her a Golden Globe for New Star of the Year, and she starred alongside Cary Grant in Kiss Them for Me (1957). Despite her fame, her role as the first celebrity in Playboy and a nude scene in Promises! Promises! (1963) marked her as an outsider. Golden delves beyond Mansfield's glamorous public persona and tragic end, offering a nuanced portrait of a woman who embraced life fully and passionately.