Truly Madly: Vivien Leigh, Laurence Olivier and the Romance of the Century

TRULY,MADLY is a sweeping and heartbreaking Hollywood biography about the passionate, turbulent marriage of Laurence Olivier and Vivien Leigh. It explores their tempestuous liaison, taking place against the backdrop of two world wars, the Golden Age of Hollywood, and the 1960s.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 416 pages
Publication date: 09 March 2023
Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

The New York Times bestseller, Truly, Madly: The Passionate, Turbulent Marriage of Laurence Olivier and Vivien Leigh, is a sweeping and heartbreaking Hollywood biography that delves into the passionate and tumultuous marriage of Laurence Olivier and Vivien Leigh. In 1934, a chance encounter at the Theatre Royal brought these two remarkable actors together. Vivien Leigh, a fledgling actress, was captivated by Laurence Olivier's brilliant performance as Anthony Cavendish, and she confided in a friend that he was the man she was destined to marry. However, little did she know that both she and Olivier were already married to other people.

Truly, Madly: The Biography of a Marriage is a captivating account of the love affair that still captivates millions of people even decades after the deaths of Vivien and Laurence. These two actors were among the first truly global celebrities, their fame fueled by the explosive growth of tabloids and television. Their lives were intertwined with the changing tides of history, from the two world wars to the Golden Age of Hollywood and the upheavals of the 1960s. Despite their apparent success and wealth, their relationship was plagued by her long-undiagnosed mental illness, which transformed their dreams into a living nightmare.

Author Stephen Galloway has undertaken extensive research to uncover the untold stories of this iconic couple. Through exclusive access to previously unpublished correspondence and interviews with their friends and family, he provides a deep and insightful exploration of their tempestuous liaison. Galloway brilliantly examines their love, loss, and the ultimate agony of their parting, offering a fresh perspective on their lives and their enduring legacy.

Truly, Madly: The Passionate, Turbulent Marriage of Laurence Olivier and Vivien Leigh is a must-read for anyone interested in Hollywood history, theatre, and the complex dynamics of love and marriage. It is a testament to the power of storytelling and the enduring impact of two extraordinary individuals who left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment.

Weight: 350g
Dimension: 125 x 197 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780751575507