By Myself and Then Some

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The epitome of grace, independence, and wit, Lauren Bacall continues to astound generations with her audacious spirit and on-screen excellence. Together with Humphrey Bogart she produced some of the most electric scenes in movie history, and their romance on and off screen made them Hollywood's most celebrated couple.

But when Bogart died of cancer in 1957, Bacall and their children had to take everything he had taught them and grow up fast. In a time of postwar communism, Hollywood blacklisting, and revolutionary politics, she mixed with the legends: Hemingway, the Oliviers, Katharine Hepburn, Bobby Kennedy, and Gregory Peck. She was engaged to Frank Sinatra and had a turbulent second marriage to Jason Robards. But Bacall never lost sight of the strength that made her a superstar, and she never lost sight of Bogie.

Now, on the silver anniversary of its original publication, Bacall brings her inspiring memoir up to date, chronicling the events of the past twenty-five years, including her recent films and Broadway runs, and her fond memories of many close lifelong friendships. As one of the greatest actresses of all time turns eighty, By Myself and Then Some reveals the legend in her own beautiful frank words -- encapsulating a story that even Hollywood would struggle to reproduce.

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Miss Bacall is a true legend!.......2007-05-14

I had read Miss Bacall's previous book, so thought to myself,for the price that Amazon was selling it at, so be it. I'm buying! What else could this great legend say however? A lot. The book was filled with many more personal stories and interests than I suspected it could be. It is an excllent book on one of the last of the great legends in Hollywood. I loved the book. Got her to sign it too, she was most gracious.

IT'S LAUREN BACALL.......2007-01-24

A book that just goes on about herself and people she know's --if you are a Fan this is a must to own ..

Bacall, Bogart, Broadway-- A Page Turner.......2007-01-12

Follow Betty Bacal, the shy daughter of a Rumaniam immigrant, as she becomes stage struck, trains as a actress, has an overnight success modeling for Vogue, and is transformed by director Howard Hawkes into Lauren Bacall, the newcomer who sweeps Humphrey Bogart off his feet.

Bacall's tale is irresistible, and she tells it well. The story of her transformation at Howard Hawks's hands into the Slim of "To Have and Have Not" is all the more delicious because Bacall remains, while the cameras are not running, an inexperienced teen who misses her mother and her family in New York. Bacall's off-screen innocence contrasts strikingly and delightfully with her knowing on-screen persona.

Bacall's account of her romance and marriage to Humphrey Bogart is graceful and moving. Bacall quotes Bogart's letters to her during their courtship: these reveal his stunned incredulity at finally finding love after a lifetime of romantic failures. Their marriage is a sweet reward to Bogart after years of domestic strife, and his gratitude at finding happiness and fatherhood in midlife is tremendously affecting. Bogart's gallantry and courage in his final illness reduced me to tears, as did Bacall's despair at losing the love of her life.

By her own account, Bacall's second marriage to Jason Robards was not a success. She cares for her children (two by Bogart and one by Robards), but they do not appear central to her life. The great loves dominating Bacall's post-Bogart years remain her mother and the acting profession. Bacall's dedication to her craft is evident, both on stage and on screen, and she remains ever grateful for a good role-- a gratitude that grows more poignent as she ages.

Any weaknesses? A few. Then Some, penned 27 years after By Myself, doesn't live up to the magic of the first installment, although one must admire Bacall's spirit in producing it. And Bacall's rather cursory depiction of her children leaves the reader wondering about the status of her relationships with them. But these criticisms are minor ones when measured against the charm and drama of Bacall's story.

Lauren Bacall is now in her 80s. Her memoirs span over 60 years of cinema and stage history. Her story is well worth reading for those who appreciate American theater and film. Highly recommended, especially for those interested in the private side of the Bacall-Bogart saga.

Understand the ratings before deciding on purchase..........2007-01-02

I am someone who did not read the first book. As such, this was all new to me. I can honestly say that the beginning of this book was the BEST autobiography I have ever read. Never, have I gained such insight into the things I longed to know about a "star" and their associates.

When Lauren Bacall describes her growing up in New York I can see and feel all of those locations. I picture her handing out programs in the theater. I am in the room with her, and nervous, when she is meeting Bette Davis. I fall in love with Humphrey Bogart, just based on her descriptions of the early romance. She truly taps into my first love. As such, my spirit is crushed with her during his last days. I feel her upset, joy and bravery all through the book. This is outstanding, personal, and descriptive writing.

I do agree that the last chapters of the book bring the book to a terrible halt. Still, this book is unfairly rated by those who read the earlier book without the stale ending. 75% of this book is still the earlier book-- the 5 star book. The ridiculously low ratings are especically unfair, when most are based on the Bacall's statements about our current president and have nothing at all to do with her book!

I am giving 4 stars, and recommending the earlier (5 star) book simply because the ending of this one reads like an endless obituary. I will pass this one on and pick up the first one as I know I will want to read it again. It is wonderful!

In fact, I dare you to try and read it without revisiting a Lauren Bacall/Humphrey Bogart movie and feeling like you are there.

Great book - but with some reservations..........2006-10-04

As others have mentioned, the "By myself" portion of this book was excellent. What a fascinating life, from her upbringing in New York City to her discovery and preparation for stardom by Howard Hawks, to life with Bogie and the years of work after his passing. She was very honest about herself, her frailties and insecurities. She's also very honest about the quality of some of the roles she has taken, which I appreciate. I must also note that she must have dug very deep to recount the last year, and particulary the last few months, of Bogie's life. This intimate account is crushing - it broke my heart.

And like others, I was less impressed with "And then some". The sense that I got was that she was not necessarily name-dropping, but trying to impress upon the reader the importance of her friends in her life, and the void their passing has left. And as a mild liberal I may agree with some of her political viewpoints but would never consider hoisting my beliefs on others. I do not think that in she was skillful in conveying her point in this portion of the book.

Nonetheless, I am glad I read the book. I might have missed it altogether had the newer edition not come out. What a life!

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great look at a great dame
Lauren Bacall: By Myself
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By Myself

Lauren Bacall: By Myself
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"In a word, LAUREN BACALL BY MYSELF is terrific...one of the real-life heroines of our time...and she wrote this book as she lived it."
BOSTON GLOBE
"She's a real Joe. You'll fall in love with her like everybody else."
-Humphrey Bogart

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great look at a great dame.......2007-05-07

buy it used. good read for the beach. then see her movies.

Lauren Bacall: By Myself.......2006-07-27

I enjoyed Lauren Bacall's autobiography better than any autobiography I've ever read. Her style of writing is so personal, it's just a pleasure to read. It's written with heart, it's witty, poignant, and so honest. You'll also learn about the original "Rat Pack", and other celebrities. I can't say enough about this book!

Bacall holds nothing back here........2006-01-09

I read this book 20 years ago when it first came out and I couldn't put it down. The love story between her and Bogey was sweet, but tragic. His death was so detailed in this book that when my own father was dying I couldn't help but relate back to her description of Bogey's final hours. It made me sob for her. The mention of Hollywood in the 50's and all of the corrupt politicians trying to blackball performers is deplorable. I believe Ms. Bacall is our current Kate Hepburn - a no BS kind of Hollywood woman that is still well-respected and greatly admired.

Triumph and Tragedy.. A Life revealed........2005-11-21

I have never considered myself a Lauren Bacall fan but having recently rewatched To Have And Have Not, her film debut, I became intrigued about her and Bogart so I picked up this book after reading such positive reviews here at Amazon.

Well, was I surprised. First this is a very well written autobiography that demonstrates a keen intelligence and a reflectiveness on the past that is truly admirable. It is also incredibly honest and not just a recitation of a Hollywood star's accomplishments.

From Bacall's youth in New York where she tried desperately to find a place in the theater to her ultimate return to the stage as a star after spending years in California as Mrs. Bogart and raising a family, every stage of her life is well examined.

Bogart emerges as a truly good guy, not perfect but clearly they were a great match despite the obvious age difference.

Some of the episodes in her life with Bogart have the added quality of capturing a period in Hollywood and the film industry that is long gone. Bacall isn't and doesn't need to be a name dropper but so many famous characters pop in and out of her story that it is a virtual who's who of 1940's Hollywood.

What I initally picked up as a casual read turned into something much deeper. Lauren Bacall , who I knew little about before reading this is a woman who I came to really like as a result of this book.

Well written and well worth checking out for filmfans, fans of Bogart or anyone interested in acting and theater and the celebrity life of the 40's and 50's.

By Myself.......2005-09-10

The title of this book seems somewhat ironic as Lauren Bacall's life has been largely defined by her relationships with others, particularly the men in her life. The first man to influence her was her father, who deserted her and her mother early in her life. The role of father then fell to her beloved Uncle Charlie who was always nearby and was supportive of Bacall's efforts in life. She dreamed early on of becoming an actress, but her chances of succeeding seemed rather remote. After a few false starts in modeling and acting, she struck it big and became an overnight star at a very young age. From then on she had many love affairs with men she admired, but none so important as her relationship with Humphrey Bogart. Their 12 year marriage was filled with mutual admiration and love, which she never seemed to recapture after Bogie's death. This is a fascinating story of a fascinating woman who has had to deal with her insecurities and the tug of work vs. family responsibilities in order to emerge as one of the premier actresses of our time.

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If you've ever wondered what set guitar heroes apart from the other players, Legends has he answer. The trademark licks and tricks of 24 of the world's greatest players are written our in standard notion and tab, with examples on CD. The book also offers hints on technique to aid experimentation, and player profiles. The most helpful guide yet to playing - and composing - like the all-time greats.

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Imitation is the Sincerest Form of Flattery.......1999-12-20

Adrian Clark, music editor of Guitarist Magazine, has provided an invaluable resource for every guitarist. From Scotty Moore and Charlie Christian to Steve Vai and Jimi Hendrix, Clark analyzes and writes out typical licks and solos from the greats. It's superb!

Best combo of lessons/tab/history/music you'll ever find!.......1999-03-04

If you love guitar, whether you are an aspiring beginning guitarist, or an advanced player, you must get this book!

Adrian Clark has created a wonderful book, providing a long and detailed lesson (with tablature, chords, personal history) in the style of each of more than two dozen "Legends of Guitar" (Hendrick, SRVaughn, Clapton, Chuck Berry, etc.)

This book is superior to other "how to play" books in that each lesson is a complete musical piece (intro,body,solo,ending), not a mere collection of riffs. This is the only guitar lesson book I have ever purchased where I will frequently just play the entire CD from beginning to end because the music is so enjoyable to listen to.

Clark takes pains to explain every detail of the introduction, the melody, the solo, and the ending. He includes scales, modes, and techniques used by each lesson (covering everything from basic Pentatonic to Myxolidian to Phrygian).

And the lessons are FUN!! For each "Legend", you get a terrific piece of music that is great to listen to, plus you get details of how to play every last note of it. The lessons cover early Rock (C. Berry), middle Rock (G.Harrison, Clapton), Blues (BB King, Albert King, Freddie King) and more recent guitar instrumental works. The most recent of the "Legends" take electronic guitar to the current edge of creativity. There is something here for the beginner, the intermediate, and the advanced player -- choose your Legend and you've pretty much determined the level of difficulty.

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Composition for Young Musicians promotes the natural creativity in every child and perfectly supplements any young student's first piano lessons. No prior knowledge of music is needed to begin exploring creatively. Composition for Young Musicians captivates the intellect and imagination, filled with fun, creative musical activities like making musical instruments from objects found in the kitchen, drawing pictures of what is heard on the included CD, and choosing musical notes by rolling the dice! At the same time, the student becomes more intimate with the piano keyboard through activities like writing a "Piece for Black Keys" and composing scary music for "The Haunted Piano." Composition for Young Musicians will open every student's mind, body, ears, and eyes to sources of inspiration all around. Learning to compose music has never been so much fun! For ages 5 to 12. 48 pages with CD.

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My daughter won First Prize!.......2007-06-15

I highly recommend this book!!!! My daughter loved it and went on to win first prize in her school district this year for her music composition. It really teaches "outside the box" creativity.

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I gulped the book in one sitting.
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Dinner Music: How to Compose the Permanently Perfect Diet
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Dinner Music comes as life-giving fresh air to the stuffy, stale environment of do-don't diet books. Dr. Richard Donze, a Board-Certified Preventive Medicine physician, has lectured to and counseled thousands of people about diet and health the past eighteen years and seen the perennial frustration so many experience. He now tells How to Compose the Permanently Perfect Diet by replacing the usual failed calorie-milligram-right way/wrong way instructions with creative food stories and images. In one section he compares the dinner plate to a jungle where huge leaves obscure animals, the way mounds of green vegetables should cover smaller portions of meat. In the title chapter whole grains are like solo pianos, almost a complete orchestra in themselves, but sugar is like a cymbal, a useful accent that shouldn't drown out the other instruments.

While most diet books are like the Ten Commandments - rigid, authoritarian, carved in stone, and easily disobeyed, Dinner Music is more like Aesop's Fables - playful, imaginative, and more enduring. Dr. Donze directs his tunes to the artistic right brain, which can inspire better eating faster and more efficiently than the plodding, facts-and-figures left side. Dinner Music eventually leads to a place Dr. Donze calls the "diet home," where simple foods simultaneously provide deep satisfaction, connection to family and planet, and abundant good health.

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I gulped the book in one sitting........1998-11-11

Poetic in its tone and imagery, Dr. Donze's book reads like a wholesome delicious feast - each new chapter unfolding a new course and building new understanding. This is clearly not your ordinary diet book. I gulped the book in one sitting, but would return to savor it in buts and pieces again and again.

Top Pick!.......1998-10-05

The ten books I would take with me to a desert island? Sorry CAT IN THE HAT, you've been dumped for DINNER MUSIC. Super advice packed in a great read...

advice for the ages!.......1998-10-05

DINNER MUSIC is clearly THE book for the new millenium!

wish i had this book eleven years ago.......1998-09-17

I have been pulled so much in every direction by diet books in the past that I feel like three-day old taffy but after reading "Dinner Music" I now know what a food plan for life truly is. Blast you, Dr. Donze, for waiting so long to write it!

What a great way to learn better eating habits!.......1998-09-07

"Dinner Music" was the first diet book that ever worked for me. It's creative approach to learning how to eat well was inspiring and energizing. I thank Dr. Donze for the wonders his book has done for me!

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Explore the unseen corners of urban life.......2000-06-13

This book offers an insight into the life of vampires and other creatures of the night in cities around the world. The book focuses on the larger cities like L.A., Berlin and of course, New York. A wonderful source for learning about the people, socities and groups behind the darkness in these cities. This sourcebook is very well written and is a pleasure to read. This is a must have for urban-based scenarios.

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Leading in a Culture of Change: Personal Action Guide and Workbook is an essential companion to Michael Fullan's bestselling book, Leading in a Culture of Change. This practical guide is designed to help leaders in all sectors (corporate, education, public, and nonprofit) manage and drive productive change within their organizations.

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