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Twenty years after his death, David Niven is remembered with warmth and affection as one of the funniest and most lovable men who ever lived. Much the same off-screen as the characters he portrayed, he enchanted people with his charisma, humor, and joie de vivre. Yet behind those twinkling eyes, Niven's life was punctuated by tragedy. Written with the full cooperation of Niven's children, Niv is the authorized account of his remarkable life.
- Reveals many Niven secrets, including his attempted suicide, given to the author months before the actor's death - Uncovers the sadness of the genial actor famous for his witty and revealing anecdotes - The author draws upon his friendship with Niven as well as interviews with many Hollywood stars - Serialisation, author promotion
This is the first and only authorized biography of Academy Award-winning actor David Niven.
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A frank and entertaining biography of David Niven derived from interviews with 130 of his friends and relatives.
Narrator: David Niven.
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