Robert Payne

The Great God Pan: A Biography Of The Tramp Played By Charles Chaplin is a book written by Robert Payne that delves into the life and legacy of one of the most iconic characters in film history - the Tramp, played by Charles Chaplin. The book provides a comprehensive biography of the character, tracing his origins and evolution over the course of Chaplin's career.The Tramp is a character that has become synonymous with Chaplin's work, and this book explores the cultural significance of the character and his impact on film history. Payne delves into the various themes and motifs that Chaplin explored through the Tramp, including poverty, social injustice, and the human condition.The book also provides a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Chaplin's films, and the creative process that went into bringing the Tramp to life. Payne draws on a wealth of primary sources, including Chaplin's own writings and interviews with those who worked with him, to provide a detailed and insightful account of the Tramp's creation and legacy.Overall, The Great God Pan: A Biography Of The Tramp Played By Charles Chaplin is a must-read for anyone interested in film history, cultural studies, or the art of storytelling. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of the greatest filmmakers of all time, and the enduring legacy of his most beloved character.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

""The Marshall Story: A Biography Of George C. Marshall"" by Robert Payne is a comprehensive account of the life and career of George C. Marshall, one of the most influential military figures in American history. The book covers Marshall's early life, his military training and service, his rise to the rank of General, and his role as Chief of Staff of the United States Army during World War II. In addition to Marshall's military career, the book also delves into his political and diplomatic work, including his role as Secretary of State under President Harry Truman and his efforts to rebuild Europe after the war through the Marshall Plan. Payne provides a detailed analysis of Marshall's leadership style and his impact on American military strategy and foreign policy. The book draws on extensive research, including interviews with Marshall's family members, colleagues, and friends, as well as archival materials and historical documents. Payne's writing style is engaging and accessible, making the book a compelling read for anyone interested in American military history or the life of one of its most distinguished figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

The Roman epoch is unsurpassed in history. What has endured to our own time is the empire's great cultural legacy -- in law, language, architecture, and government -- and the fascination of Rome's story. The book presents the history and heritage of the remarkable Roman era, presenting an all-around introduction to the politics, people, culture, and everyday life of the world ruled by Rome. Unlike most general histories of the subject, it enables the reader to know the Romans not only from reading about them, but by hearing directly from them through the words of orators, philosophers, historians, poets, playwrights, and satirists.

Czar Ivan IV (1530-1584), the first Russian ruler to take the title czar, is known as one of the worst tyrants in history, but few people among the general public know how he got such an infamous reputation. Relying on extensive research based heavily on original Russian sources, this definitive biography depicts an incredibly complex man living in a time of simple, harsh realities. Robert Payne, the distinguished author of many historical and biographical works, and Russian scholar Nikita Romanoff, describe in vivid and lively detail Ivan's callous upbringing; the poisoning of his second wife and the murder of his son; his obsession with religion and sin; his predilection for mass murder, evidenced by his massacre of 30,000 citizens of Novgorod; yet his remarkable intelligence as a ruler, supporting the growth of trade and expanding Russia's borders.

This lavishly-illustrated tour through the film career of Greta Garbo (1905-1990) provides a biographical background of the star and an analysis of her very special mystique. Payne describes how Garbo's timeless beauty worked its magic in such films as Flesh and the Devil, Anna Christie, Mata Hari, Grand Hotel, Queen Christina, Camille, and Ninotchka. Remarkable photos show the transformation of working-class girl Greta Gustafsson into a Hollywood bit player, and later into an icon of cinema glamour.

This is a comprehensive account of the eight religious wars between the Christian West and the Muslim East that dominated the Middle Ages. Calling themselves "pilgrims of Christ," thousands of Europeans from all stations in life undertook the harsh and bloody quest to reclaim Jerusalem, the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, and Christ's tomb for Christendom. Robert Payne brings to life every step of the Crusaders' thousand-mile journey: the deprivation; the desperate, rapacious, and brutal raids for food and supplies; the epic battles for Antioch, Jerusalem, and Acre; the barbarous treatment of captives; and the quarreling European princes who vied for power and wealth in the Near East. An epic tale of the glorious and the base, of unshakable faith and unspeakable atrocities, The Dream and the Tomb captures not only the events but the very essence of the Crusades.