Celebrate the magic of reading about classic cinema
Preserving Cinematic History
Garbogirl Books is a collection of books that I have sought out, purchased, and enjoyed over the years. From the silent stars to the mid-century icons, every book in my collection offers an enjoyable piece of Hollywood history and lore.
I am looking to provide a book or the entire collection. I'm not interested in profit; I just want them shared with a fellow fan and to go to a good home. For most, I only need the cost of shipping and materials such as boxes or pouches. I am happy to chat about shipping anything to you from Port St. Lucie, Florida.
Explore a collection of vintage books, biographies, and historical publications celebrating silent films and those who shaped Hollywood's golden age.
Featured Selections
Silent Era
Conversations with Greta Garbo (Broman, S.)
A collection of conversations by the distinguished Swedish journalist.
May Murray (Ankerich, M.)
The girl with the bee-stung lips is examined from the footlights of Broadway to the klieg lights of Hollywood.
Theda Bara: A Biography of the Silent Screen Vamp (Genini, R.)
A deep exploration into the creation and cultural phenomenon of early cinema's first true cinematic temptress.
Salad Days (Fairbanks, Jr. D)
Son of Hollywood royalty who starred in over 75 movies.
The Talmage Girls (Loos, A.)
Anita Loos takes you through a glorious romp of the twenties in Hollywood with these high profile sisters.
My Life with Chaplin (Grey Chaplin, L.)
A first-hand look inside the world of Charlie Chaplin through the eyes of a woman who knew him intimately.
Golden Age Hollywood
Kiss Hollywood Good-By (Loos, A.)
In volume two of her autobiography, the author supplies some incredible insights into the history of American moviemaking.
The Merchant Prince of Poverty Row (Dick, B.)
A portrait of the man who ran Colombia Pictures for over 25 years.
Hollywood's Censor: Joseph I Breen & The Production Code Administration (Doherty, T.)
The author tells an absorbing story of Breen's ascent to power and the widespread effects of his reign.
The Hollywood Posse (Serra Cary, D)
The stories of the horsemen, both actors and extras who made movie history.
Oversized Pictorial Books
The Show Starts of the Sidewalk (Valentine, M.)
This book provides an architectural history of the movie theatre.
Hollywood, the Glamour Years: 1919-1941 (Sommer, R.)
Stunning portraits of movie stars and iconic movie scenes over three decades.
A Pictorial History of the Silent Screen (Blum D.)
A rare find. Wonderful photos of the stars, scenes and directors of the silent era.
Lillian and Dorothy Gish (Gish, L.)
A beautiful collection of portraits and movie stills curated by Lillian Gish over 50 years ago.
Please review the list of books
Feel free to email me with any questions. I'd love to chat about getting one, two, or all of these books to you for your collection.
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