Madly, Deeply

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The Alan Rickman Diaries

By Alan Rickman

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Madly, Deeply offers a unique glimpse into the life and thoughts of Alan Rickman, primarily through his personal diaries. The book provides insight into his experiences and reflections on his acting career, relationships, and the creative process. It's a heartfelt exploration of the balance between his public persona and private life, revealing the man behind the iconic roles.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by behind-the-scenes insights into the acting world or if you're a fan of personal diaries that offer a glimpse into the mind and artistry of a beloved actor. It's perfect for those interested in candid reflections on life, creativity, and the nuances of the entertainment industry.

Madly, Deeply

ALAN RICKMAN was a world-class actor, as well as a tireless political activist, an avid traveller and a devoted confidant and friend - and now, through his never-before-seen diaries, Rickman invites readers backstage and into his life

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A SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER

A WATERSTONES BEST BOOK OF 2022: ENTERTAINMENT

A MAIL ON SUNDAYS BOOK OF THE YEAR 2022

Alan Rickman remains one of the most beloved actors of all time across almost every genre, from his breakout role as Die Hard's villainous Hans Gruber to his heart-wrenching run as Professor Severus Snape, and beyond. His air of dignity, his sonorous voice, and the knowing wit he brought to each role continue to captivate new audiences today.

But Rickman's artistry wasn't confined to just his performances. Rickman's writing details the extraordinary and the ordinary in a way that is anecdotal, indiscreet, witty, gossipy, and utterly candid. He takes us behind the scenes on films and plays ranging from Sense & Sensibility, the Harry Potter series, Private Lives, My Name Is Rachel Corrie, and many more.

The diaries run from 1993 to his death in 2016 and offer insight into both a public and private life. Here is Rickman the consummate professional actor, but also the friend, the traveller, the fan, the director, the enthusiast: in short, the real Alan Rickman. Here is a life fully lived, all detailed in intimate and characteristically plain-spoken prose. Reading the diaries is like listening to Rickman chatting to a close friend.

Madly, Deeply also includes a foreword by Emma Thompson and a selection of Rickman's early diaries, dating from 1974 to 1982, when his acting life first began.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Madly, Deeply by Alan Rickman has been praised for its honesty, wit, and insight into the actor's life and thoughts. Reviews highlight his sharp, incisive critiques and the engaging blend of humour with moments of self-reflection. Readers find him charming and candid, noting how the diaries reveal both his professional genius and personal vulnerabilities.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781838854805

Publisher: Canongate Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 July 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Canongate Books

Edition: Main

Illustration: 8pp colour plate section

Contributors:

Edited by Alan Taylor
Foreword by Emma Thompson

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 340g

Pages: 496

Collections

Alan Rickman Arts & Culture Biography & Memoir Journals Non-Fiction Stationery

About the Author

Alan Sidney Patrick Rickman (born 21 February 1946) was an English actor and theatre director. He was a renowned stage actor in modern and classical productions and a former member of the Royal Shakespeare Company. In film his best-known work featured roles in Die Hard, Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, the Harry Potter series, Sense & Sensibility and Love, Actually. He won numerous awards including a BAFTA, Golden Globe and Emmy. He died on 14 January 2016.Alan Taylor is a journalist and writer. He was founding editor of The Scottish Review of Books. He has edited several acclaimed anthologies, including The Assassin's Cloak, a collection of the world's best diarists. He is the author of Appointment in Arezzo: A Friendship with Muriel Spark and is the series editor of Spark's collected novels.