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Title: The Elephant to Hollywood
Author: Michael Caine
Narrator: Michael Caine
Format: Unabridged
Length: 10 hrs and 18 mins
Language: English
Release date: 09-30-10
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 116 votes
Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Celebrities
Publisher's Summary:
Sir Michael Caine is loved not just for his many films, but for his warmth, honesty, and humour in describing every aspect of his life from his humble South London beginnings to performing alongside the greatest Hollywood actors of the day. As Sheridan Morley wrote about his first book: 'It has taken two decades to get a man back on (Niven's) Moon, and the man is Michael Caine.'
In this long-awaited, and self-penned, new autobiography, he tells us not only the events of the almost 20 years since his last book which include his Oscar winning film Cider House Rules, as well as the box-office busting Batman - but also many great eye-opening and entertaining stories from his life and career, shedding light on the real Hollywood and the years he struggled to get there.
With all the charm and wit we know him for, this audiobook is set to become a new classic to rank alongside Niven's Moon's a Balloon.
Members Reviews:
Captivating
What made the experience of listening to The Elephant to Hollywood the most enjoyable?
I found Michael Caine to be a surprisingly candid and open author. The book is touching and almost sweet. I am amazed by his sense of gratitude for his apparent 'good fortune' and his humility regarding his ability as an actor.
What was one of the most memorable moments of The Elephant to Hollywood?
I particularly enjoyed Michael recounting Christmases and why they are so special to him, His need for family closeness.
Have you listened to any of Michael Caines other performances before? How does this one compare?
My first encounter with Michael Caine outside of his acting.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
Due to the Author being the narrator, this book makes you feel like you are sharing a 'real' person's life.
Any additional comments?
Well written and well narrated. I certainly would read any other works that are narrated by Michael Caine
The Legend that is Morris Micklewhite!
If you could sum up The Elephant to Hollywood in three words, what would they be?
Best Audiobook Yet
What did you like best about this story?
The delivery and the depth that Michael goes into to share his story
What does Michael Caine bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book?
The unique character behind the story. I think all biographies should be read by their subjects, it adds another dimension that might have been lost being read by someone else
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
The story about his father passing away
Any additional comments?
Absolutely loved it. Listened to it on an 18 hour drive to Italy, played it going, and just had to play it again on the way back. Not once did we get bored or weren't fully immersed in the story. There was silence in the car for the whole journey! :)
Entertaining
This narration is really fresh and enjoyable. I love when Michael Caine chuckles and sometimes practically laughs out loud. You feel like you are in a pub with him and listening to him reminisce about the old days. Thoroughly entertaining!
An Original
What did you love best about The Elephant to Hollywood?
I first read Michael Caine's biography What's It All About? which tracks Caine's upbringing from the working class to Hollywood. That was quite a while ago, and I was glad to update myself with his spoken version.