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16 de sept. de 1985 · The Elephant Man. Hardcover – September 16, 1985. by Frederick Drimmer (Author) 4.7 8 ratings. See all formats and editions. Traces the history of Joseph Merrick, called the Elephant Man because of a deformity, from his birth in central England to his death in a London hospital in 1890. Reading age.
5 de oct. de 2011 · I believe this is one of the first books I've read that is based on the movie, rather than vice versa. At times it crosses the line into sentimentality, but romantics will take heart and a handful of tissues. Both the movie and the book condensed and misrepresented the real history of the real Elephant Man for dramatic effect.
About The Book. The Elephant Man is based on the life of John Merrick, who lived in London during the latter part of the nineteenth century. A horribly deformed young man, who has been a freak attraction in traveling side shows, is found abandoned and helpless and is admitted for observation to Whitechapel, a prestigious London hospital.
Overview. The Elephant Man, a one-act play by American playwright Bernard Pomerance, was first produced in London at the Hampstead Theatre in 1977. The play transferred to New York and played Off-Broadway in 1979, moving to Broadway three months later, where it ran successfully for two years. The play won many awards with its Broadway debut ...
1 de abr. de 2010 · This was probably one of the sadest books I have read. my only somewhat negative review would be that it was as much about Doctor Treves who wound up caring for The Elephant Man as it was about Joseph Merrick. The book gives a very good picture of the period in England and Europe durring the period of the late 1800's and early 1900's.
This true story follows the strange, tragic and sad life of John Joseph Merrick, also known as the Elephant Man. So deformed that he looked like a monster, Merrick joined the freak show to survive. But when "human curiosities" became illegal, Merrick found his way to the London Hospital, where a courageous doctor transformed him into a gentleman.
10 de jul. de 2001 · Buy The True History of the Elephant Man New by Ford, Peter, Howell, Michael (ISBN: 9780749005160) from Amazon's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
