Humphrey Bogart: A Bio-Bibliography

More than 40 years after his death, Humphrey Bogart remains a symbol of the Golden Age of Hollywood and a popular culture icon. His legacy has impacted American popular culture beyond the scope of American film history. His image graces buttons, greeting cards, and postal cards and he has been the subject of plays, films, novels and poems. This work presents a precise biography of Bogart and examines his place in American popular culture. Scholarly and substantive articles written about Bogart’s life, films and career are analyzed and summarized. Essays and interviews present insights into Bogart. Film and popular culture scholars and Humphrey Bogart enthusiasts alike should appreciate the extensive listing of articles and books about Bogart and his career. As a guide to further research, the author has provided a filmography, discography and videography and has documented theatre listings, radio and television appearances, and a directory of Bogart websites. This extensive review of Bogart and his career helps to define his success within an American cultural context.