John Wayne Was Here: The Film Locations and Favorite Places of an American Icon

This book follows John Wayne's film locations around the world, including Mexico, Normandy, Rome, Madrid, London, Ireland, Libya, and Africa, as well as his favorite vacation spots in Hawaii, Acapulco, Greece, Monaco, and Hollywood. It includes anecdotes and production details.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 135 pages
Publication date: 27 May 2021
Publisher: McFarland & Co Inc

John Wayne, the legendary actor, left an indelible mark on the world of film by working on sets across the globe. This captivating book takes readers on a journey, tracing the footsteps of Wayne from his early days on the Fox backlot to his final filming in Lone Pine, California. The book explores a diverse range of locations, including Mexico, Normandy, Rome, Madrid, London, Ireland, Libya, and Africa, as well as his beloved vacation spots in Hawaii, Acapulco, Greece, Monaco, and the iconic Hollywood hot-spots he frequented. Throughout the book, anecdotes revisit some of Wayne's most iconic scenes, such as Rooster Cogburn's charge in True Grit (1969) and Davy Crockett's last stand in The Alamo (1960). Production details provide fascinating insights into how San Diego stood in for Iwo Jima, how Old Tucson was transformed into El Dorado, and how Genghis Kahn ruled over the deserts of Utah. Additionally, never-before-published photos offer a unique perspective, showcasing the then-and-now views of these film locations.

Weight: 750g
Dimension: 215 x 276 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781476680064