Kevin Costner Cinema Collection; Volume One: 1982-2000; High Rollers, Heroes & Home Runs

Kevin Costner became one of the great movie stars of the late 20th century. He won hearts with "Field of Dreams," box office gold with "Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves" and "The Bodyguard," and Academy Awards with "Dances With Wolves."

His years of success were followed by years of struggles at the box office and with film critics.

But the headlines - good and bad - don't provide the whole story of Costner's films during the 1980's and 1990's.

This book, the first of two, analyzes 24 Costner films - from "Stacy's Knights," his first starring role in 1982, to "Thirteen Days," the award-winning 2000 film about the Cuban Missile Crisis. Each film features a review, a listing of principal cast and crew members and DVD details. There's also a close look at Costner's motivations in making particular films.

Whether you're a long-time fan or just discovering his movies, "Kevin Costner Cinema Collection" will be a handy guide!