Tony Curtis Books

Ten British and American poets describe how they structure their writing days, give brief details of their careers, and explore the creative process. They supplement their essays with the complete drafts of a favorite or significant poem. They then discuss the process of how that poem came about, how it developed from a single line (not always the first) or idea, how it was revised and re-worked, providing readers with a unique insider's perspective on the making of a poem. The participating poets include: Lawrence Ferlinghetti, Michael Longley, Anne Stevenson, Don Paterson, Dannie Abse, Simon Armitage, Gillian Clarke, and Helen Dunmore.

Exploring themes of love, death, friendship, and memory, this poetry collection captures the extraordinary aspects of everyday life. Tony Curtis infuses his work with folk elements, showcasing a remarkable ability to convey profound emotions through deceptively simple language. The poems reflect a blend of madness and music, offering readers a unique perspective on life's complexities.

The author's humor and charm shine through his poetry, which transforms simple images into profound reflections. His mastery of language allows readers to connect deeply with the themes, prompting a sense of recognition and understanding. By skillfully playing with words, he evokes a resonant familiarity that makes readers feel as though they are rediscovering truths they have always known.

With scores of unseen black-and-white photos throughout, and an eight-page color insert that shows what the movie would have looked like in Technicolor, "The Making of Some Like It Hot" is the definitive book on a beloved classic.

Hired to take film-set pictures beyond the normal publicity shots, "special" photographer Bill Willoughby has produced these uniquely offhand b&w images of Liz Taylor, James Dean, Marilyn Monroe, Sophia Loren, Fred Astaire, & others, taken during Hollywood's heyday. 10" x 10".

A fully illustrated guide to the treasures of pop culture, this book provides valuable and practical information that covers everything from Marilyn to Madonna, the Beatles to Bruce Springsteen, and Star Trek to Snow White. Collectibles such as signed photos, song sheets, promotional pieces, original artwork, and fan magazines can reap great rewards on the memorabilia market.

'From the Fortunate Isles' by the Welsh poet Tony Curtis marks a milestone year, the 70th anniversary of his birth, and celebrates the career of an author who has won numerous prizes for his poetry.