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The King was first published in 1961, shortly after the death of Hollywood legend Clark Gable in 1960. The book traces Gable's life from its humble, hard-scrabble beginnings in Ohio, to his hard-work and determined efforts to achieve success on Broadway, to... Read Full Overview

The King: A Biography of Clark Gable by Charles Samuels is an intimate portrait of the man that shaped Hollywood and the motion picture industry for many decades.

Clark Gable was often referred to as "The King of Hollywood." His career lasted more than three... Read Full Overview

The King: A Biography Of Clark Gable by Samuels, Charles is a detailed account of the life and career of the legendary Hollywood actor, Clark Gable. The book traces Gable's rise from a struggling stage actor to become one of the most iconic and beloved stars of the silver screen... Read Full Overview