Raymond Sarlot bought the Chateau Marmont in 1975, but what was originally a business purchase became a love affair as he delved into the hotel's incredible history. From its perch overlooking the Sunset Strip, the glamorous Marmont reigned for decades as the spot for artists, writers, musicians, and actors of every stripe and remains a home-away-from-home for A-listers like Scarlett Johansson and Johnny Depp. Here, Sarlot and co-author Fred E. Basten share a wealth of scandalous and intriguing tales about them all, from the stars of Hollywood's Golden Era like Jean Harlow and Grace Kelly to idols of the sixties and seventies like Jim Morrison and John Belushi (who tragically died there in 1982). Whether your obsession is Hollywood history or celebrity gossip, Life at the Marmont has plenty of gripping, juicy stories to fascinate.

Life at the Marmont: The Inside Story of Hollywood's Legendary Hotel of the Stars--Chateau Marmont

Basten, Fred E.

Sarlot, Raymond

Humor & Entertainment

Penguin Publishing Group

1980, hardcover edition, A. S. Barnes, NY. Handsome, oversize volume, 213 pages. Terrific stills, scenes, color photos throughout. Here is the story of Technicolor, which came along prior to World War I and later defined the industry. The author provides a thorough history of the Technicolor process, including the 3-strip version, shown in theatres until the 1950s. Included through 1979 are a list of the films which were Technicolor productions. Fascinating rundown of the movies we love, with a few we don't even remember. A very nicely done book, with lots of excellent inside information.

Glorious Technicolor: The Movies' Magic Rainbow

Arts & Photography

Photography & Video

A.S.Barnes and Company

Hollywood's Golden Age of the thirties and forties recalls the glamour of Garbo and Gable, the panache of Hepburn and Tracy, the romance of Bogart and Bacall, the verve of Garland and Rooney. These were the days of big stars and big productions, fueled by hungry audiences and a film industry bursting at the seams with great ideas and gusto. The Lost Artwork of Hollywood presents a surprisingly unique selection of long-buried, inspired illustrations from the Golden Age, many of them by unknown artists, as well as others by the legends we know and love. Because the work featured in these pages was used exclusively for promotion within the film industry, movie fans missed seeing their favorites depicted by such masters as William Galbraith Crawford, Albert Hirschfeld, Ted Ireland, Norman Rockwell, Barbara Shermund, Alberto Vargas, Marcel Vertes, and many more. These were the real image makers, many whom toiled behind the scenes to create the stunning, playful, elegant, humorous, and sometimes shocking images that defined the era. Each piece is accompanied by an informative caption that lists the movie, its year of release, the studio that produced it, and noteworthy background information. The book additionally turns the spotlight on the artists themselves by providing capsule summaries of their careers. A thorough index helps movie buffs easily locate much loved films and stars, as well as the people, trends, and events that influenced the industry.

Lost Artwork of Hollywood: Classic Images from Cinema's Golden Age

History & Criticism

Watson/Guptill

Life at the Marmont

Biographies & Memoirs

Sarlot, Raymond R.

Arts & Literature

Roundtable Pub

Main St. to Malibu: Yesterday & Today

History

Graphics Pr

I don't know where this book came from or how long I've had it. But it has served to educate me about the rich plant life of my home town. I guess it was a Victorian tradition that while on vacation in exotic climes to load up a steamer trunk with seeds and shoots of interesting trees and flowers, bring them home and if not contribute to the local botanical garden at least spread them out all over your hometown. I've seen that story repeated on plaques at gardens all over the planet.

An illustrated guide to the legendary trees of Santa Monica Bay

Graphics Press

Bruin country: A pictorial grand tour of the famed UCLA campus

Education & Teaching

Schools & Teaching

Wide beaches curve out into the Pacific, mountains frame the palm-studded views, fascinatingly diverse communities line the littoral: it is no wonder that many do consider Santa Monica Bay a paradise on earth. SANTA MONICA BAY is a sweeping illustrated history of the region. With hundreds of archival illustrations and contemporary photographs, Fred Basten captures the allure of exclusive Malibu, funky Venice, bustling Santa Monica that drew the varied folk who have made this Eden along the California coast their home. This is a must for local historians as well as anyone else interested in the reality of the California Dream.

Santa Monica Bay: Paradise by the Sea : A Pictorial History of Santa Monica, Venice, Marina Del Rey, Ocean Part, Pacific Palisades, Topanga & Malibu

Travel

Pictorial

Hennessey & Ingalls

Book by Segal, Fred, Basten, Fred E.

American Soviet Walk: Taking Steps to End the Nuclear Arms Race

Segal, Fred

United World of the Universe

This is a full account of the dazzling Technicolor years that turned the screen from silver to every color of the rainbow. Here in one volume are the films, the stars, the showmen and all the elements behind the phenomenon that changed movies forever. Beautiful film stills and rare behind-the-scenes photos taken on the sets of memorable Technicolor movies highlight the personalities and stories behind the making of the movies. From the long struggle to bring perfect color to motion pictures, to the restoration of classic features and the evolution of digital technologies, Technicolor has redefined the movie-going experience.

Glorious Technicolor: The Movies' Magic Rainbow; Ninetieth Anniversary Edition

Easton Studio Press

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