See all books authored by anthony curtis, including lyle price guide to china lyle, and bargain city. Curtis starred in films like houdini, operation petticoat, some like it hot and spartacus. Tony curtis signed sweet smell of success screenplay. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Still from the 1957 film, mister cory, which starred curtis as the title character, a former busboy at a swank summer resort who becomes a high stakes gambler. This biography of tony curtis provides detailed information about his childhood, profile, career and timeline. Anthony curtis is a blackjack player, gambler, author and publisher. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Curtis armstrong, star of revenge of the nerds, will be signing copies of revenge of the nerd at multiple locations in july. Curtis armstrong revenge of the nerd july book signing.
Christopher cardozo, editor and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Find great deals on ebay for tony curtis painting and tony curtis art. The book is a simply written account of his life, his insecurities, his loves, his good luck, his good relationships and his bad relationships. Nov 02, 2008 tony curtis at borders in las vegas, nv on 1 nov, 2008. This is a wonderful read and doesnt pull any punches. Autograph was originally made out to family friend pauline. Tony curtis autographed signed photograph item 185923.
Shown with colleen miller and a table of gamblers in a scene from the rawhide years 1955. Preorder a signed copy of steven curtis chapmans book between heaven and the real world and join him from anywhere for a virtual book signing and discussion. Rare signed actor tony curtis painting clipon earrings. Literature taras bulba is a 1962 american color by deluxe in eastmancolor adventure film loosely based on nikolai gogols novel taras bulba, starring yul brynner in the title role, and tony curtis as his son, andriy, leaders of a cossack clan on the ukrainian steppes. There is plenty to like about tony curtis in this book and a fair amount to dislike. American prince by tony curtis american prince by tony curtis.
Join facebook to connect with anthony curtis and others you may know. A look at the life and the later years of film icon tony curtis. Card, orson scott lost gate, the signed first edition copy author signed hardcover book january 2011 ny. Paul stillwell, paintings autographed by celebrities, tony curtis.
Actor tony curtis his book signed, 1st ed jan 18, 2020. Discover book depositorys huge selection of anthony decurtis books online. We do not stock too many signed books, simply because they take up too much room. Theres nothing staged about rehab addict star nicole curtiss real life. He is famous for his light comic roles, especially his musician escaping from gangsters in some like it hot 1959. June 3, 1925 september 29, 2010 was an american movie actor. Visiting where he is today and what happened to cause him to change his will.
He actit in mair nor 100 films in roles coverin a wide range o genres, frae licht comedy tae serious drama. Curtis was always a very goodlooking man and he knew it, and hes honest about knowing it. The autobiography reprint by curtis, tony, paris, barry, paris, barry isbn. I met tony curtis at an autograph event on birmingham in april 2008. The theme of book week this year was reading is fun. It did have me shaking my head a bit over how naively selfrevealing the book is. Hollywood legend tony curtis gives readers one of the most scandalous. Join facebook to connect with curtis book and others you may know. Auto suggestions are available once you type at least 3 letters. In larger cities such as new york the occasion is celebrated by a book fair in which the newest childrens books are displayed and graded. This is book number 579 of 1200 numbered copies ever printed. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Tony curtis 1993 signed handwritten letter autograph robert osborne collection provenance.
While reading this book it seemed to flow in his voice, i guess through the simple writing style. This book fails to identify a film that defines tony curtis career. I left home at 4am to drive 160 miles up to birmingham to meet tony curtis. You are bidding on an authentic, autographed book signed by the late tony curtis, former movie star and one time marriage to janet leigh. I guess when youre in your twenties, thats how it is. It highlights that sweet smell of success was the beginning of the peak of his career, and that after taras bulba or when he divorced janet leigh his career declined. Signed on the 2nd page 11 22 93 dwayne tony curtis the uncensored, anecdotal memoirs of a hollywood legend chronicles curtiss journey from the streets of new york, to worldwide success, to the insanity of alcohol and drug abuse, to a new life. Having recently read terrific books by robert wagner pieces of my heart. This poster was signed by tony curtis at a book signing at harrods. Saga of a mountain man the true life story of a real pioneer. Janet leigh tony curtis director joseph pevney candid set vintage key book photo.
But we always try to have signed books by buzz aldrin, jim lovell etc in stock plus a varied selection of others which come along from time to time. Tony curtis and christine kaufmann signed movie photo. I never particularly liked any of his other movies, but some like it. Uk hardback first impression, signed with dedication and dated 19 october 2008. Tony curtis editor and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Tony curtis, legendary film star, signing copies of american prince. I am unable to resist behindthescenes hollywood tellalls. Curtis himself admits that while he had almost no formal education, he was a student of the school of hard knocks and learned from a young age that the only person who ever had his back was himself, so he learned how to take care of both himself and.
Tony curtis signed classic 8x10 photo autograph ebay. Shop for signed photos, autographs and other autographed items related to tony curtis actor. Tony curtis weaves his personal story against the backdrop of hollywood in the 1950s and 60s. He was a singer before moving into acting and combined both careers once he entered films, performing with the popular sons of the pioneers from 1949 to 1953 as well as singing with the tommy dorsey band.
From the new york streets in the 30s to alcohol and cocaine in the 70s, curtis spins the tale of his life with. Tony curtis story by tony curtis 1993, hardcover for. All autographs are guaranteed to pass any reputable 3rd party authenticators or your money back. Tony curtis autographed signed photograph item 321941. It was my fascination with their ability to survive as individuals that kept my cameras busy. Sweet smell of success screenplay softcover book has been hand signed in black felttip pen on an inside page by tony curtis d. Tony curtis at borders in las vegas, nv on 1 nov, 2008. Tony curtis still from the 1957 film, mister cory photograph signed. It was a wonderful moment, that makes being a photographer very worthwhile.
Steven curtis chapmans book signing between heaven and the. Pictured here, american actor tony curtis doing weightlifting exercises. Tony curtis signed autobio book monroe west janet leigh. Edward s curtis, signed abebooks shop for books, art. A classically trained actor, curtis began his incredible 40year career on stage but progressed rapidly to film and television. A hauntingly beautiful, large scale image of four riders on horseback through the canyon del muerto in arizona. Professionally framed in a dark green mat inside a wood and glass frame measuring approximately 19 x 23. In 2012s life is a gift, tony reflected on the lessons he has learned over the years. Tony curtis janet leigh 1958 vintage signed photo gai. No doubt there are so many hot black men in the entertainment industry. Today, film legend tony curtis signed his book, a memoir, american prince, at the aurora bar, inside the luxor hotel, in las vegas, nevada.
Signed by the legendary actor tony curtis on a special page prepared for that purpose. Tony curtis signs his new book american prince a memoir legendary actor tony curtis signed autographs for fans to celebrate the release of his new book, american prince a memoir. His numerous tv appearances include costarring with roger moore in the persuaders. Now, in just getting started, he pays homage to the remarkable people who inspired those lessons. Doherty first edition, first printing, mint, newunread in a flawless dust jacket, signed by the author. Tony curtis was a renowned hollywood actor, known for his role in films like the spartacus. His book, tony curtis the autobiography, william morrow and company, 1993, 1st edition, signed inside the front cover joan hernibel tony curtis. Tony curtis american contemporary actor and artist 25. Full leather binding with gilt lettering and decoration, silk end papers, gilt page edges and marker ribbon. Tony curtis introduces electric light orchestra wembley. Book week is an annual celebration for the purpose of presenting good books to young people. Edward s curtis, signed abebooks passion for books.
Founded in 1997, has become a leading book price comparison site. Tony curtis simple english wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Hollywood legend tony curtis gives readers one of the most scandalous, eyebrowraising, sheerly enjoyable hollywood memoirs of our time. A gently read book in excellent condition protected in a new mylar cover. Taras bulba signed movie photo autographed by tony curtis and christine kaufmann. We deliver the joy of reading in 100% recycled packaging with free standard shipping on u. It is rare for anyone to have an original film poster signed, as the majority of signatures are on pieces of paper. Tony curtis signs his new book american prince a memoir. Comes with the book signing flyer at hatchards piccadilly london see second image. We have reconciled the list of top 50 hottest masculine black celebrities. What caused tony curtis to disinherit his daughter, jamie. Brand new 1st edition first print book some like it hot that was signed on the inside of the book in black pen tony curtis nice and clearly at a book. He was complaining of a sore hand from all the writing he was doing, so a young lady who said she.
But still he fluttered pulses when he said good morning and he glittered when he walked edwin arlington. The book has never been opened, still sealed as when it arrived from the publisher. Please see images for details regarding the condition of the book. In addition to his prodigious musical output, including albums, concerts, and personal appearances, this beloved and enduring artist has written his second book. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. The rat race is a 1960 film not to be confused with rat race of 2001 directed by robert mulligan starring tony curtis and debbie reynolds. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. Tony curtis has published over thirty books, including eight collections of poetry and has won the western mails dylan thomas prize and the dylan thomas award for spoken poetry, judged by dannie abse and dylans daughter aeronwy. This is a leather bound signed first edition of tony curtis bestselling memoir american prince, a fascinating book written by the famous hollywood star and sexsymbol. A legendary comedic second banana to a litany of major stars, curtis is forever cemented in the public imagination as booger from revenge of the nerds. Tony curtis was born bernard schwartz, the eldest of three children of helen klein and emanuel schwartz, jewish immigrants from hungary. The lot autographs includes an official james spence authentication jsa hologram and matching coa for authenticity purposes. Tony curtis american, 19252012, gypsy prince, 1988, lithograph in colours on arches 88, signed and numbered from an ediiton of 99 in pencil.
Bill and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Lessons ive learned from saving old homes and how they saved me, curtis opens up about her colorful, and sometimes troubling, past. Mint condition copy of american prince hand signed by the legendary tony curtis. A memoir and millions of other books are available for instant access. His bestknown movies included sweet smell of success, some like it hot, spartacus, and operation petticoat. He was most popular during the late 1950s and early 1960s. This item comes on a book entitled tony curtis the autobiography. This item comes with a certificate of authenticity and is guaranteed for life. Shop for tony curtis related autographs, signed photographs, historical documents and manuscripts from the worlds largest collection. Sep 30, 2010 tony curtis told the story of his life and career in both an autobiography and a memoir. This book is part of easton press signed first edition collection. This simple and concise introduction to the psychology of health is the perfect text for students new to the area. Forty years on a spitfire flies again by lettice curtis and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
Signed on the 2nd page 11 22 93 dwayne tony curtis the uncensored, anecdotal memoirs of a hollywood legend chronicles curtis s journey from the streets of new york, to worldwide success, to the insanity of alcohol and drug abuse, to a new life. Signed and dated by edward curtis 1912 on the bottom margin. Tony curtis american contemporary actor and artist 25 listings. The book i received is not the one pictured and is not signed either.
We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. The vikings 1958 poster, ussigned bytony curtis41 x 27 in. Bright, square hardback which simply signed by the author to the ffep with the inscription brian tony curtis. We accept that most actors are, by nature, a bit egocentric. Tony robbins signed book toggle navigation mikes collectable books. The autograph collector official price guide and a dozen other books in bookstores everyw are written by this well known expert in the field as well as over 400 articles and long running columns such as fakes. He later appeared in a variety of lowprofile films and on various television shows. I read this book because i loved him in the movie some like it hot, to me, a real hollywood classic. I was one of the first in the queue and when tony saw the painting he said wonderful. Tony curtis today, film legend tony curtis signed his. Each dust jacket is protected in an acidfree archival quality acetate cover. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Please remember that most of these books will be pre owned, altho.
He acted in more than 100 films in roles covering a wide range of genres, from light comedy to serious drama. Anthony curtis books list of books by author anthony curtis. Curtis remains best known for his role as festus, the scruffy, cantankerous, illiterate office and jail custodian in gunsmoke. Signed on the half title page by tony curtis, not on a bookplate, but directly on the page without any inscriptions to anyone. I signed on june 2, 1948, one day before my twentythird birthday. Lippy memoir of actorpainternovelist bernard schwartz, a hardluck kid from gangridden new york who went to hollywood in his early 20s and became known as tony curtis. View artworks listed within the last 30 days favorite listings. Explore books by tony curtis with our selection at. Book signed tony curtis american prince a memoir 2008.
Signed by the late hollywood star on the limitation page, it also includes a signed and dated certificate of authenticity, and the publishers note card. Tony curtis 1993 signed handwritten letter autograph. Tony seemed to be very honest and forthcoming with his fame and how he got there. In his sixtyyear career he has appeared in over one hundred films, including such classics as spartacus, the defiant ones and some like it hot. Topics covered include health policy and epidemiology, genetic factors in disease, the experience of illness as a patient, beliefs and attitudes, stress, pain and healthy lifestyles. Youve got an adult body, but youre trying to make it work with a kids emotions. Everything sold is 100% hand signed by the celebrity as indicated. Tony curtis, one of the great hollywood heartthrobs, was friends with the likes of frank sinatra, cary grant and james dean. As a western gambler cowboy hat, deck of cards and cigar. Easton press books are the golden standard in the publishing industry, highly collectible and lasting generations. June 3, 1925 september 29, 2010 was an american film actor whose career spanned six decades but who achieved the height of his popularity in the 1950s and early 1960s. He is best known for light comic roles, especially his musician on the run from gangsters in some like it hot 1959 with jack lemmon and marilyn monroe.
Mar, 2020 tony curtis, american actor whose handsome looks first propelled him to fame in the 1950s. Boys long leagth ankle lengthsizes 2 to 8 winier uions. He won critical plaudits as well as broad popularity in both dramatic roles and comic performances. The book is possibly also signed by his wife under her picture at. The book is new, unread and in excellent condition. Tony curtis books list of books by author tony curtis. Tony curtis said in his 1993 book that he could never be attracted to men because he loves the curves and breasts. Join the monitors book discussion on facebook and twitter. A life and george hamilton dont mind if i do, i really didnt expect all that much out of american prince by tony curtis. Osborne was meticulous in collecting master prints and rare oneofa. Juin 3, 1925 september 29, 2010 wis an american film actor whase career spanned 6 decades but wis maistly popular in the 1950s an early 1960s. But the hgtv star also writes about how she manages to be strong for herself and her.