Mae West

Mae West's wit and wiles and her equally devastating commonsense here combine to give us an insight into living, loving and the other side.She's been called the Queen of Vamp and Camp, the Big Ben of the hour-glass figure, the Statue of Libido. She has spent a lifetime in revolt against petty censorship and mealy-mouthed moralising. Uniquely endowed to talk about sex and sexuality, in her new book she shows how sexual energy can be harnessed and put to work.Continuing good health has enabled her scintillating career to flourish for so long, and now she reveals for the first time the secrets of her diet and regime. Many of her career and personal decisions have been taken as the result of her psychic gifts, and her advice on how to cultivate and trust such extra-sensory perceptions makes fascinating reading. As the lady says, 'A happy medium is good to find.'She concludes with a summary of her special philosophy, including these tenets of faith:* A man in the house is worth two in the street* There are no good girls gone wrong, just bad girls found out* If man is by nature a sexual animal, I've always had my special pets* A lady may let her hair down as long as the gentleman stands up* As far as social matters go, I've been in Who's Who and I know what's what

Mae West, wise-cracking vaudeville performer, was one of the most controversial figures of her era. Rarely, however, do people think of Mae West as a writer. In Three Plays By Mae West, Lillian Schlissel brings this underexplored part of West's career to the fore by offering for the first time in book form, three of the plays West wrote in the 1920s-- Sex (1926), The Drag (1927) and Pleasure Man (1928). With an insightful introduction by Schlissel, this book offers a unique look into to the life and early career of this legendary stage and screen actress.

This autobiography traces Mae West's indulged Brooklyn childhood, through vaudeville success, a stage career which landed her in jail for the outspokenness of her lines, to spectacular Hollywood stardom. Witty and honest, she remained in control of her life, her career and her many, many loves.

A story of the life and adventures of a femme fatale set during the Roaring Twenties. Original title: Babe Gordon.

Diamond

Discover the captivating world of Mae West, one of the most iconic actresses in history, whose larger-than-life persona and undeniable talent set her apart as a true legend.Unearth hidden treasures in this exhilarating journey through her never-before-published earliest plays, "The Ruby Ring" and "The Hussy," which already embody the unmistakable Mae West flair that would shape her legacy.Delve deep into her artistic evolution with "The Wicked Age," her first production after her daring escape from censorship with "Sex," and "Frisco Kate," a never-before-produced gem that later inspired her unforgettable 1936 film, "Klondike Annie."Mae West's early masterpieces challenge norms and defy conventions, painting a vibrant picture of a woman who left an indelible mark on entertainment history.Prepare to be entertained and captivated by this riveting journey through the world of Mae West.

Pleasure Man West, Mae

Bold. Scandalous. Unforgettable.Before Mae West conquered Hollywood, she set Broadway on fire with the creation of her most iconic Diamond Lil, a glittering, sharp-tongued seductress who changed the rules of American entertainment forever.Diamond Lil : The Story of a Broadway Sensation takes you behind the scenes of the play that shocked censors, packed theatres, and made Mae West a legend. Filled with backstage drama, real 1920s scandals, forbidden romances, legal battles, and explosive press coverage, this book reveals the true story of how Diamond Lil was born, and why she still fascinates nearly a century later.Packed with rare details, archival discoveries, and the original script, this is the definitive journey into the smoky saloons, crooked backrooms, and sizzling stage lights of old New York.If you love Mae West, untold Hollywood histories, theatrical legends, or boss-level women who rewrote the rules, you’ll devour this book

Vintage paperback

«Las chicas buenas van al cielo; las malas, a todas partes». Una de las frases más recordadas de Mae West resume a la perfección su actriz, dramaturga, guionista, cantante y comediante, pero, sobre todo, el primer símbolo sexual del cine. Desde los felices años veinte hasta la década de los cuarenta, pasando por los años del crack y la ley seca, Mae West sacudió la moral puritana con su feminidad arrolladora y un descaro nunca antes visto. La presente recopilación recoge algunas de sus frases más inolvidables, aquellas en las que su sentido de la ironía, su chispa, su inteligencia y su procacidad aún nos cautivan (y nos arrancan una sonrisa de admiración) en la actualidad.

The autobiography of Mae West

// Commercial Recordings // 1. I Like A Guy What Takes His Time 2. Easy Rider 3. I'm No Angel 4. I Found A New Way To Go To Town 5. I Want You, I Need You 6. They Call Me Sister Honky Tonk // Soundtracks // 7. Willie Of The Valley 8. I Like A Guy What Takes His Time 9. Easy Rider 10. Frankie and Johnny 11. They Call Me Sister Honky Tonk 12. I Found A New Way To Go To Town 13. I Want You, I Need You 14. I'm No Angel 15. When A St Louis Woman Comes Down To New Orleans 16. My Old Flame 17. Memphis Blues 18. He's A Bad, Bad Man 19. I'm An Occidental Woman In An Oriental Mood For Love 20. Mister Deep Blue Sea 21. Little Bar Butterfly 22. On A Typical Tropical Night 23. I Was Saying To The Moon 24. Now I'm A Lady