The Elephant to Hollywood
the hilarious, moving autobiography of a national treasure
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4.0 • 99 Ratings
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Publisher Description
'Uproarious and unflinching'
Mail on Sunday
'A truly incredible life story'
The Sun
'Most memorable . . . told in a voice as distinctive as his spoken one'
Independent
'Brims with his gift for genial anecdote'
The Sunday Times
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From the author of the bestselling Blowing the Bloody Doors Off, the original, definitive autobiography of British screen icon and legend Sir Michael Caine.
It's been a long journey for Maurice Micklewhite - born with rickets in London's poverty-stricken Elephant & Castle - to the bright lights of Hollywood. With a glittering career spanning more than five decades and starring roles which have earned him two Oscars, a knighthood, and an iconic place in the Hollywood pantheon, the man now known to us as Michael Caine looks back over it all. Funny, warm, honest, Caine brings us his insider's view of Hollywood (where there's neither holly nor woods). He recalls the films, the legendary stars, the off-screen moments with a gift for story-telling only equalled by David Niven.
Hollywood has been his home and his playground. But England is where his heart lies. And where he blames the French for the abundance of snails in his garden. A plaque now celebrates him at the Elephant in London. His handprint is one of only 200 since 1927 to decorate the hallowed pavement outside that mecca of Hollywood stars, Grauman's Chinese Theatre. A very British star, The Elephant to Hollywood is the remarkable full circle of Michael Caine's life.
Customer Reviews
Great life, better read
Unlike other idiots that have written reviews and rated after reading only a sample, I have actually read the book.
Although there are many points repeated from 'what's it all about?' his first autobiography, this update still has plenty to offer.
Which a very colorful and interesting life, Michael discusses his career through it's 'slow' stage after his much acclaimed autobiography.
Many jokes and new stories to keep the most thrill seeking reader happy. Definitely worth a read. 4/5*
Interesting and unpretentious
I really enjoyed that you can hear Michael Caine's voice in the way the book has been written. It has not been written by some "ghost" writer. It is light, entertaining and informative. Great read. Heartily recommended.
elephant to hollywood
A fantastic audio book, fantatsic value for money - i could not stop listening to this - i have had many audio books most of which are auto biography's and this has been the most interesting and entertaining yet. If you want light entertainment and a laugh buy it.