INSCRIBED TO DOUGLAS FAIRBANKS JR, 1955, 1st Ed, GOOD BEHAVIOUR, HAROLD NICOLSON

Description: Good Behaviour being a Study of Certain Types of Civility by Harold Nicolson London: Constable & Co Ltd 1955 First Edition, First Printing Signed inscription by the author to Douglas Fairbanks Jr. on the title page, with Douglas Fairbanks Jr.'s ownership bookplate affixed to the front free endpaper. Octavo, ix, 293 pages, publisher's original gilt-lettered blue cloth covered boards that have been professionaly rebacked. Illustrated in black and white. Some slight rubbing and wear, else in good + condition. Douglas Fairbanks Jr. (1909–2000) was a prominent American actor, producer, and naval officer, known for his suave on-screen presence and adventurous spirit, much like his father, the legendary silent film star Douglas Fairbanks. Despite being born into Hollywood royalty, Fairbanks Jr. carved out his own successful career in films during the 1920s through the 1940s, starring in movies such as The Prisoner of Zenda (1937) and Gunga Din (1939). His charm and good looks made him a favorite leading man in both swashbuckling roles and romantic dramas. Beyond acting, Fairbanks Jr. had a distinguished military career during World War II, where he served with valor in the U.S. Navy and was decorated for his bravery. In his later years, he transitioned into producing and television, while also becoming a noted figure in international diplomacy and philanthropy. Throughout his life, Fairbanks Jr. remained a charismatic figure, embodying the grace and elegance of Hollywood's Golden Age. If you have any questions, feel free to ask, and don't forget to check out my other listings.

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