David Bret Boeken

The approved biography of film star Marlene Dietrich, derived from a series of interviews with the author. It is illustrated with rare photographs.

"I always feel at ease when I am talking to you, David, that is because you are one of the few men in the world who has tried to understand me. I admire your fearlessness, the way you say things honestly, without pulling any punches".In this remarkable biography, David Bret recounts Marlene Dietrich's life story as she wanted it to be told. Illustrated with many rare photographs given by Marlene herself, Marlene My Friend is a vivid and fascinating portrait of this truly international superstar, and a wonderful testament to a great friendship.

The narrative explores Elizabeth Taylor's captivating journey from a storybook childhood to a dazzling career in film, highlighting her numerous marriages and the complexities of her public persona. Her life has been a blend of enchantment and turmoil, showcasing the duality of fame as it both entertained and shocked audiences over the decades.

This biography delves into the life of Hollywood's most enigmatic star, offering fresh insights through previously unsourced material. It uncovers hidden facets of the star's personal and professional journey, shedding light on their complex character and the challenges they faced in the limelight. The narrative promises to bring a deeper understanding of their impact on cinema and culture, making it a compelling read for fans and biographical enthusiasts alike.

Britain's most articulate singer–songwriter remains a complex individual whose lyrics are concerned with realism, opinion, waspish wit, irony, asexuality, melancholy and love. In this candid biography, Morrissey's friends and members of his entourage speak frankly to David Bret to reveal a fascinating portrait of the iconic star. Bret's fully up-to-date biography is packed with revelations; accusations of racism and fascism; confessions of physical abuse; High Court royalty battles and the public shaming; the attack on Cliff Richard; renegade fans' attempts to sabotage his career. Placed upon a pedestal and worshipped; alternately derided and attacked by detractors, Morrissey is perhaps the only English entertainer to have successfully created hisown culture, a personal world filled with foibles, likes and dislikes, and above all unsuppressable opinion; a world which David Bret describes with vivid candour that provides a comprehensive insight into the singer-songwriter's life and music as well as an ideal introduction for new fans of his work. The book includes a full discography, numerous original photos and a comprehensive bibliography.

This new book will mean a significant revision to the Piaf myth.

A biography containing new and shocking revelations about Edith Piaf, drawn from exclusive interviews with those who knew her best.

Édith Piaf byla jednou z nejjasnějších francouzských hvězd dvacátého století, stala se mezinárodní senzací a po smrti v roce 1963 legendou. Její životní příběh je tak působivý, že je obtížné oddělit fakta od fikce. Příčinou je velké množství příběhů, her, filmů a životopisů ztvárňujících život této ženy plný zvratů. Narození na hromadě kabátů na chodníku Rue de Belleville 72, výchova v nevěstinci, účast ve francouzském hnutí odporu, blízká setkání se smrtí, peníze, vztahy s muži, nálady, drogy, slávu… Na pozadí těchto příběhů je nesnadné odlišit „skutečnou“ Piaf od legendy. V roce stého výročí narození Édith Piaf vyšel David Bret ze dvou životopisných bestsellerů, které o ní už dřív napsal. Příběh života této zpěvačky ale soustředil kolem rozhovorů s jejími přáteli, milenci, kolegy a autory textů písní. Bret zveřejňuje jejich výpovědi, které svolili otisknout až po své smrti. I díky tomu kniha významně opravuje mnoho rozšířených mýtů o fenomenální Édith Piaf.