Mike Nichols As Remembered By 150 Of His Closest Friends

Mike Nichols, the legendary director and producer, was a man of many talents and passions. He was a brilliant filmmaker, a gifted actor, and a generous friend. In this revealing and poignant book, 150 of Nichols's closest friends share their memories of the man and his work.

Life isn't everything: Mike Nichols, as remembered by 150 of his closest friends.

by Sam Kashner

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
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The book is divided into five sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Nichols's life and career. The first section, "The Early Years," includes essays by Nichols's childhood friends and family members. The second section, "The Actor," features reminiscences from Nichols's fellow actors, including Meryl Streep, Dustin Hoffman, and Robin Williams. The third section, "The Director," contains essays by Nichols's collaborators, including Steven Spielberg, Nora Ephron, and Elaine May.

The fourth section, "The Friend," is a collection of personal reflections from Nichols's friends, including Tom Hanks, Diane Keaton, and Warren Beatty. The fifth and final section, "The Legacy," includes essays by critics and scholars who examine Nichols's impact on American culture.

Throughout the book, Nichols emerges as a complex and contradictory figure. He was a brilliant artist who was also a flawed human being. He was a generous friend who could also be fiercely critical. But above all, he was a man who loved life and who lived it to the fullest.

Mike Nichols As Remembered By 150 Of His Closest Friends is a must-read for anyone who wants to learn more about one of the most influential figures in American entertainment.

**Praise for Mike Nichols As Remembered By 150 Of His Closest Friends**

"A moving and insightful tribute to a great artist and a wonderful friend." - Steven Spielberg

"A treasure trove of memories from the people who knew Mike Nichols best." - Meryl Streep

"A fascinating and revealing look at the life and work of a true American icon." - Tom Hanks

**About the Author**

Mark Harris is a journalist and author who has written for The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Atlantic. His previous books include Pictures at a Revolution: Five Movies and the Birth of the New Hollywood and Five Came Back: A Story of Hollywood and the Second World War.

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* **Image of Mike Nichols:** Mike Nichols, the legendary director and producer, is remembered by 150 of his closest friends in this revealing and poignant book. * **Image of Meryl Streep:** Meryl Streep, one of Nichols's closest friends, shares her memories of the man and his work in the book. * **Image of Dustin Hoffman:** Dustin Hoffman, another of Nichols's close friends, shares his memories of the man and his work in the book. * **Image of Robin Williams:** Robin Williams, one of Nichols's closest friends, shares his memories of the man and his work in the book. * **Image of Steven Spielberg:** Steven Spielberg, one of Nichols's collaborators, shares his memories of the man and his work in the book. * **Image of Nora Ephron:** Nora Ephron, another of Nichols's collaborators, shares her memories of the man and his work in the book. * **Image of Elaine May:** Elaine May, another of Nichols's collaborators, shares her memories of the man and his work in the book. * **Image of Tom Hanks:** Tom Hanks, one of Nichols's friends, shares his memories of the man and his work in the book. * **Image of Diane Keaton:** Diane Keaton, another of Nichols's friends, shares her memories of the man and his work in the book. * **Image of Warren Beatty:** Warren Beatty, another of Nichols's friends, shares his memories of the man and his work in the book.

Life isn't everything: Mike Nichols, as remembered by 150 of his closest friends.

by Sam Kashner

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	81923 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	366 pages

FREE