Sir Michael Caine CBE has been Oscar-nominated six times, winning his first Academy Award for the 1986 film Hannah and Her Sisters and his second in 1999 for The Cider House Rules. He has starred in over one hundred films, becoming well-known for several critically acclaimed performances including his first major film role in Zulu in 1964, followed by films including The Ipcress File, Get Carter, Alfie, The Italian Job, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, and Educating Rita, and more recently The Dark Knight, Is Anybody There?, and Harry Brown. He was appointed a CBE in 1992 and knighted in 2000 in recognition of his contribution to cinema.
Married for more than thirty years, with two daughters and three grandchildren, he and his wife Shakira live in London and Surrey.
"A bright, breezy, and entertaining read."--Daily Express
"A chatty and engaging read."--Sunday Times, Books of the Year
"A down-to-earth, kindhearted ramble from your nice British
great-uncle, who's led a fascinating and glamorous life but never
forgot his humble roots. [...] full of irresistibly tossed-off
moments involving the likes of Cary Grant, Quincy Jones, Tom
Cruise, Jack Nicholson, Bette Davis, and Stephen Hawking."--Seattle
Times
"Caine melds candid anecdotes and a master class on acting into an
upbeat, unpretentious, and star-studded memoir.... Warm
recollections and practical advice from an acclaimed star."--Kirkus
Reviews
"Caine reflects on an exceptional life on and off stage and shares
pertinent advice and poignant observations in a dishy and anecdotal
rumination. Caine's pithy but passionate counsel can be applied to
nearly any situation. Gracious, generous, and humble, this
consummate professional is a generous advocate for creating a
fulfilling and contented life."--Booklist
"Caine the raconteur provides exactly what an admiring reader would
want from the cockney-born Hollywood vet.... The great stuff is
when he recalls his days in swinging 1960s England."--New York
Times Book Review
"Charming, advice-filled look at his extraordinary
career."--People
"Funny, warm, down-to-earth--will captivate fans and casual readers
alike."--Publishers Weekly
"National treasure Michael Caine shares the wisdom, insight and
skills life has taught him, all with his fabulous
storytelling."--Prima
"Thoroughly engaging."--Sunday Express (UK)
"With exceptional wit and flair, Academy Award winner Caine
recounts his fascinating personal and professional journey.
Engrossing anecdotes.... Caine speaks of his failures and successes
with humility and humor, perceptively explaining that the lessons
he learned apply both to aspiring actors and the general public-how
to be fully prepared, make the most of every opportunity, achieve
balance, deal with aging, and find the good in any experience. This
well-written narrative shines with positive energy and provides a
fine overview of the actor's life and the screen and stage....
Caine's is a life well lived and well told. His fans will be
rewarded, as will anyone seeking an enjoyable, inspirational
read."--Library Journal (starred review)
"Witty and wildly entertaining.... Caine offers star-studded
anecdotes about the realities of being a working actor and life on
and off the sets.... This solidly entertaining memoir doesn't have
a single dull page."--Shelf Awareness
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