W.C. Fields from the Ziegfeld Follies and Broadway Stage to the Screen

The book "W.C. Fields from the Ziegfeld Follies and Broadway Stage to the Screen" offers a comprehensive biography of the famous comedian W.C. Fields. It highlights his development into a character comedian during his time in the renowned revue Ziegfeld Follies and analyzes how these experiences shaped his career. By utilizing the newly opened Fields Papers from the Motion Picture Academy, it provides an in-depth look into his life, including his complex relationships and the challenges he had to overcome. The narrative covers both the highs and lows of his life, illustrating how he became one of the most well-known film comedians of his time despite personal tragedies and professional setbacks. This book is not only a tribute to Fields' artistic work but also an exploration of his multifaceted personality, ranging from tenderness to roughness.