In this penetrating and riveting biography of one of Hollywood's most beloved screen icons, Donald Dewey probes beneath Jimmy Stewart, the conservative image and ideal, to reveal James Stewart, the actor and the man.

A biography of actor James Stewart, providing details about his personal life, his service in the armed forces during World War II, and his long career in the movies, on stage, and on television.

Shrewd, self-protective, financially astute, the James Stewart that Mr. Quirk uncovers was no bumbling naive Mr. Smith, but a Man of the World.

This book presents a comprehensive account of Stewart's life and career, including a lengthy account of his war service flying bombers for the US Air Force.

James Stewart's seemingly easy charm belied great depth and complexity.

Offers a portrait of the private life of the beloved American film star, following Stewart from his small-town Pennsylvania youth, to the heights of Hollywood stardom, to his distinguished military service, and his family life.