Michael Caine Books

The actor shares personal insights on the technique of acting, and the business of making a film

For more than 25 years, Michael Caine has remained one of the few enduring stars of international stage and cinema--a rare and remarkable achievement. Now, with easy charm and humor, the Academy Award-winning actor brings to life his lean years and his triumphs, his treasured friendships and his passionate love affair with his wife, Shakira. Illustrated.

Hollywood legend and British national treasure Michael Caine shares the wisdom, stories, insight and skills that life has taught him in his remarkable career - and now his 85th year. One of our best-loved actors Michael Caine has starred in a huge range of films - including all-time favourites - from the classic British movies Alfie, Zulu and The Italian Job to the Hollywood blockbusting Dark Knight trilogy, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Hannah and Her Sisters and Cider House Rules. Caine has excelled in every kind of role - with a skill that's made it look easy. He knows what success takes - he's made it to the top of his profession from the toughest beginning. But as he says 'Small parts can lead to big things. And if you keep doing things right, the stars will align when you least expect it.' Now in his 85th year he wants to share everything he's learned. With brilliant new insight into his life and work and with his wonderful gift for story, this is Caine at his wise and entertaining best.

Hollywood legend and British national treasure Michael Caine shares the wisdom, stories, insight and skills that life has taught him in his remarkable career - and now his 85th year.

Caine shares the spectacular story of his life, from his humble upbringing in London's poverty-stricken Elephant and Castle to his military service and lively adventures to legendary meetings with fellow stars and his glittering five-decade career

Caine shares the spectacular story of his life, from his humble upbringing in London's poverty-stricken Elephant and Castle to his military service and lively adventures to legendary meetings with fellow stars and his glittering five-decade career.

With a blend of humor and wisdom, the Hollywood screen legend shares captivating stories and insights from his extensive career. Through a series of engaging questions and answers, he offers inspiration and guidance, encouraging readers to embrace the qualities that define his remarkable journey. This book serves as both a memoir and a motivational guide, inviting fans to learn from his experiences and strive to embody the essence of Michael Caine.

An explosive international thriller from the Hollywood legend and British icon Sir Michael Caine DCI Harry Taylor has no respect for red tape or political reputations - but he's great at catching criminals. And all his unorthodox skills will be needed as an extraordinary situation unfolds on his doorstep: a metal box of radioactive material is found at a dump in Stepney, East London, but before the police can arrive it is stolen in a violent raid. With security agencies across the world on red alert, it's Harry and his unconventional team from the Met who must hit the streets in search of a lead. They soon have two wildly different suspects, aristocratic art dealer Julian Smythe in London and oligarch Vladimir Voldrev in Barbados. But the pressure is on. How much time does Harry have, and how many more players will join the action, before the missing uranium is lighting up the sky? Deadly Game is a compelling, fast- paced novel of international intrigue and twisting suspense from a legendary actor and British icon, who now proves himself to be a first-rate thriller writer.

Das Thrillerdebüt von Michael Caine handelt von der Entdeckung einer Metallkiste mit radioaktivem Material auf einer Müllkippe in Ostlondon. Nach einem Überfall ermitteln DCI Harry Taylor und sein Team, die unorthodoxe Methoden anwenden, gegen zwei Verdächtige im Waffenhandel. Ein Wettlauf gegen die Zeit beginnt.

Sir Michael Caine gibt Tipps und Ratschläge, wie man sich auf eine Filmrolle vorbereitet, wie man sich am Drehort und vor der Kamera verhält und welches die großen Unterschiede in der Theater- und Filmarbeit sind. Er erzählt von seinen Erfahrungen mit dem Filmbusiness und verrät Tricks und Geheimnisse, die jeder Filmschauspieler beherzigen sollte, wenn er ein Filmset betritt.