Author: Richard Lawton
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: Octopus Books., 1974
Edition: First Edition.

Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Chips and minor wear to DJ, slight foxing to fore-edge of pages.

Grand Illusions chronicles the dazzling visual history of Hollywood's golden age, presenting a captivating panorama of its legendary stars and the artistry that defined their iconic images. This magnificent volume uncovers the meticulous craft behind the era's most memorable photographs, illustrating how light, shadow, and composition transformed actors into enduring legends. It details the glamour and allure that captivated audiences worldwide, offering an intimate look at the personalities who shaped cinematic history. The book instructs readers on the power of visual storytelling, celebrating a period when illusion reigned supreme and dreams were meticulously manufactured for the silver screen.