William Goldman
- 502 pages
- 18 hours of reading
(Applause Books). Marathon Man, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, The Princess Bride, Misery . Author royalties donated to the Motion Picture and Television Fund.
William Goldman Books
August 12, 1931 – November 16, 2018
William Goldman was a master storyteller whose works ranged from compelling novels to genre-defining screenplays. He often drew from his own experiences, transforming them into narratives that captured the hearts of both readers and viewers. His distinctive style, filled with sharp dialogue and unexpected twists, left an indelible mark on both literature and film. Goldman's ability to capture the essence of human nature with wit and irony made him an author whose works continue to be celebrated.
"A Del Rey book." The most beautiful girl in the world marries the handsomest prince in the world.
Exploring Broadway through the eyes of audiences, playwrights, critics, producers, and actors, this work offers a candid and insightful look into American commercial theatre. The author presents a gossipy, insider perspective, capturing the essence of the annual quest for success on stage. With a blend of analysis and personal anecdotes, it provides a detailed account of the dynamics that shape the theatrical landscape, making it an engaging read for anyone interested in the intricacies of Broadway.
Adventures in the Screen Trade
- 594 pages
- 21 hours of reading
No one knows the writer's Hollywood more intimately than William Goldman. Two-time Academy Award-winning screenwriter and the bestselling author of Marathon Man, Tinsel, Boys and Girls Together, and other novels, Goldman now takes you into Hollywood's inner sanctums...on and behind the scenes for Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, All the President's Men, and other films...into the plush offices of Hollywood producers...into the working lives of acting greats such as Redford, Olivier, Newman, and Hoffman...and into his own professional experiences and creative thought processes in the crafting of screenplays. You get a firsthand look at why and how films get made and what elements make a good screenplay. Says columnist Liz Smith, "You'll be fascinated.
'Babe hobbled to his feet. His ankle hurt like hell and his face had scraped along the pavement, but he knew the sound of a beaten runner when he heard it. I'm a marathon man, he thought, a real one, and you better not mess with me. Then Jesus, Babe thought suddenly - they're coming for me in the car.' Tom 'Babe' Levy is a runner in every sense: racing tirelessly toward his goals of athletic and academic excellence - and endlessly away from the spectre of his famous father's scandal-driven suicide. But an unexpected visit from his beloved older brother sets in motion a chain of events that plunges Babe into a vortex of treachery and murder. Stumbling into the violent world of couriers and assassins, espionage and torture, the boy who dreamed of winning races suddenly becomes a man forced to race for his life … and for the answer to the fateful question, 'Is it safe?'
This sequel to "Adventures in the Screen Trade" reveals more behind-the-scenes anecdotes from films like "The Princess Bride," "Misery," and "Maverick," offering insights into working with Hollywood stars such as Mel Gibson, Michael Douglas, and Clint Eastwood.
Absolute Power
- 160 pages
- 6 hours of reading
When a routine burglary in an elegant, upscale Virginia mansion goes awry, career thief Luther Whitney finds himself witness to a brutal murder involving none other than Alan Richmond, the youthful, charming, and thoroughly corrupt President of the United States. Torn between fear for his life and devotion to his family and country, Luther must make a decision that will change not only his own destiny, but the destiny of the world as we know it. Based on the best-selling thriller by David Baldacci, described as "relentlessly entertaining" by The Atlanta Journal & Constitution, William Goldman's screenplay captures the paranoia, greed, and corruption of politics through the ages and around the world.
The Colour of Light
- 320 pages
- 12 hours of reading
He's twenty-three years old and already a prodigy, a critically acclaimed author of whom great things are expected--immediately ... But artistic success and happiness will not come easily to Chub Fuller. Like many writers, he will find himself descending again and again into the lower reaches of his psyche, driven by the phantoms of his past, the obsessive passions of others--and finally, by a murder that brings him face to face with the darkest forces within us all ...
William Goldman's debut novel captures the essence of reckless youth, drawing comparisons to the iconic The Catcher in the Rye. This powerful narrative explores themes of rebellion and self-discovery, showcasing Goldman's early talent that would later lead to acclaimed screenplays and beloved classics. The book's impact upon release marked Goldman as a significant voice in American literature, setting the stage for his future successes.
Once, everyone knew that the gondoliers of Venice had the finest voices in all the world. But now, alas, few remember those days and fewer still living had been blessed to hear them. No one was able to discover the secret of the sudden silence of the golden-voiced gondoliers--no one, it seems, but S. Morgenstern. Now for the first time Morgenstern recounts the sad and noble story of the ambitions, frustrations and eventual triumph of Luigi, the gondolier with the goony smile.
