Elliott Books

Author John W. Leonard presents "WILD BILL ELLIOTT" (Paperback) (1976) --- "By nature I'm a peaceable man" but --- These words were the trademark of one of the greatest cowboy stars to come out of Hollywood, Wild Bill Elliott --- He used them in many of is films and they were as synonymous with him as wearing is guns in reversed fasion --- When Bill Elliott would look you in the eye and say that line --- Of course we fans knew him as "Wild Bill", and when you went to see him on the big screen, you got exactly what the marquee said -- plenty of thrills, adventure and loaded with action --- My personal favorites were the "Red Ryder Series" or "The Great Adventures of Wild Bill Hickok" an ongoing character that would appear in many films to come -- as Hickok and Wild Bill Saunders --- Elliott was a natural for the western, his riding abilities and fight scenes were the caliber of Buck Jones and Bob Steele --- Seems the more films he made the better his acting and scripts were --- Bill Elliott was one of best-liked people in films --- What you saw on the screen is what he really was -- a great human being.

Elliott was born Gordon Nance, on a ranch in Pattonsburg, Missouri, on Oct. 16, 1903 --- Nance grew up around horses, riding his first one at age five --- His father was commissioner at the Kansas City stockyards, where young Nance saw many actual cowboys riding and roping --- By age sixteen, he won first place among those cowboys in the American Royal Horse and Livestock Show --- But it was a silent movie he saw at age nine that pointed him in the direction of his career --- It was a movie featuring legendary western star William S. Hart, and inspired the young viewer to want to become a cowboy star someday --- Many of his later features would use the old Hart storylines of a badman who reforms.

SPECIAL FEATURE
BIO:
1. Bill Elliott (aka: Gordon Nance)
Date of Birth: 16 October 1903 - Pattonsburg, Missouri
Date of Death: 26 November 1965 - Las Vegas, Nevada

Check out a new book from Empire Publishing - "GENE AUTRY WESTERNS" (Hardcover) - by author Boyd Magers, like no other book on Gene Autry --- all of Gene's Mascot, Republic and Columbia westerns included, as well as his half-hour TV Episodes --- each segment contains the release date on each film -- major production credits -- complete cast (including character played) -- all songs included, songwriter and who performed them in the film -- running time of each film ... dates of the filming -- bios on the cast and major players (Smiley, Pat Buttram, Cass County Boys, Herbert J. Yates, directors, leading ladies, songwriters and various heavies, etc.) -- locations that were used -- budgets and negative cost -- stunt people involved -- analysis and synopsis on each film -- notes and comments (including film and cast background info, salaries paid, working titles, etc) -- comments from Gene and many other cast members on each film -- theater exhibitors comments at the time of the films release -- this tribute was written from the heart and it shows.

Hats off and thanks to Les Adams (collector/guideslines for character identification), Chuck Anderson (Webmaster: The Old Corral/B-Westerns.Com), Boyd Magers (Western Clippings), Bobby J. Copeland (author of "Trail Talk"), Rhonda Lemons (Empire Publishing Inc) and Bob Nareau (author of "The Real Bob Steele") as they have rekindled my interest once again for B-Westerns and Serials --- If you're into the memories of B-Westerns with a slight blend of Movie Serials, this is the one you've been anxiously waiting for --- John Leonard has captured the past in the retelling of our favorite hero, please stand up and take a bow --- all my heroes have been cowboys!

Total Pages: 96 ~ S.N. John Leonard ~ (1976)

This CD includes recordings of 100 species commonly heard in the north, including mostly birds, but also mammals, amphibians, and even an insect! Each selection is reasonably long and includes a variety of vocalizations, and the accompanying booklet is wonderful, clearly but simply explaining the contexts in which each sound is made. Lang Elliott scores another home run.

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Mario DeMarco presents "WILLIAM ELLIOTT & ROBERT LIVINGSTON, THE KNIGHTS OF THE RANGE" (Paperback) (1989) --- Two of the greatest B-Western film actors and heroes ever to grace the silver screen --- Now in one book by author Mario DeMarco.

"WILD BILL ELLIOTT" --- "By nature I'm a peaceable man" but --- These words were the trademark of one of the greatest cowboy stars to come out of Hollywood, Wild Bill Elliott --- He used them in many of is films and they were as synonymous with him as wearing is guns in reversed fashion --- When Bill Elliott would look you in the eye and say that line --- Of course we fans knew him as "Wild Bill", and when you went to see him on the big screen, you got exactly what the marquee said -- plenty of thrills, adventure and loaded with action --- My personal favorites were the "Red Ryder Series" or "The Great Adventures of Wild Bill Hickok" an ongoing character that would appear in many films to come -- as Hickok and Wild Bill Saunders --- Elliott was a natural for the western, his riding abilities and fight scenes were the caliber of Buck Jones and Bob Steele --- Seems the more films he made the better his acting and scripts were --- Bill Elliott was one of best liked people in films --- What you saw on the screen is what he really was -- a great human being.

"ROBERT LIVINGSTON" -- was an American film actor appeared in 135 films between 1921 and 1975 --- He was doing bit parts for Universal and Fox and went from there to romantic roles with MGM --- Livingston's first real success came with Republic, in 1936, as a masked hero in the serial "The Vigilantes Are Coming" (1936) -- "Lone Ranger Rides Again" (1939) --- That led to more cowboy roles and the leading role in the "Three Mesquiteer" series -- As Stony Brooke had more appearances (29) in that series than anyone else --- He played other cowboy roles like Zorro in "The Bold Caballero" (1936) --- Worked with Al St. John in the "Lone Rider" Series (1941-43) and finished up in a number of character parts in Gene Autry and Roy Rogers movies --- In "Bells of Rosarita" (1945), he made a cameo appearance with Allan Rocky Lane and had a great line --- While Rocky is swapping shots with the bad guys, Bob is leaning on his elbow watching, then says, "You're doing a lot of good firing blanks at those guys." --- On August 15, 1987, Robert Livingston was honored with a Golden Boot Award, just months before his death --- The award was presented to him by his friend and fellow actor, Gene Autry.

SPECIAL FEATURES:
BIO:
1. Bill Elliott (aka:Gordon Nance)
Date of Birth: 16 October 1903 - Pattonsburg, Missouri
Date of Death: 26 November 1965 - Las Vegas, Nevada

2. Robert Livingston (aka: Robert Edgar Randall)
Date of Birth: 9 December 1904 - Quincy, Illinois
Date of Death: 7 March 1988 - Tarzana, California

TABLE OF CONTENTS: (Title and Page Numbers)

RAMBLINGS - A REPUBLIC PRODUCTION - 3

WILLIAM "WILD BILL" ELLIOTT - 9

WILD BILL ELLIOTT COMICS - 30

WILLIAM "WILD BILL" ELLIOTT FILMOGRAPHY - 31

ROBERT "BOB" LIVINGSTON - 49

ROBERT LIVINGSTON FILMOGRAPHY - 69

JACK "ADDISON" RANDALL - REAL WEST MOVIE HALL OF FAME - 94

DEATH NOTICES - WILD BILL ELLIOTT & ROBERT LIVINGSTON - 98

Check out a new book from Empire Publishing - "GENE AUTRY WESTERNS" (Hardcover) - by author Boyd Magers, like no other book on Gene Autry --- all of Gene's Mascot, Republic and Columbia westerns included, as well as his half-hour TV Episodes --- each segment contains the release date on each film -- major production credits -- complete cast (including character played) -- all songs included, songwriter and who performed them in the film -- running time of each film ... dates of the filming -- bios on the cast and major players (Smiley, Pat Buttram, Cass County Boys, Herbert J. Yates, directors, leading ladies, songwriters and various heavies, etc.) -- locations that were used -- budgets and negative cost -- stunt people involved -- analysis and synopsis on each film -- notes and comments (including film and cast background info, salaries paid, working titles, etc) -- comments from Gene and many other cast members on each film -- theater exhibitors comments at the time of the films release -- this tribute was written from the heart and it shows.

Hats off and thanks to Les Adams (collector/guideslines for character identification), Chuck Anderson (Webmaster: The Old Corral/B-Westerns.Com), Boyd Magers (Western Clippings), Bobby J. Copeland (author of "Trail Talk"), Rhonda Lemons (Empire Publishing Inc) and Bob Nareau (author of "The Real Bob Steele") as they have rekindled my interest once again for B-Westerns and Serials --- If you're into the memories of Early B-Westerns, this is the one you've been anxiously waiting for --- Mario DeMarco has captured the past in the retelling of our favorite heroes William Elliott and Robert Livingston, please stand up and take a bow --- all my heroes have been cowboys!

Total Pages: 105 ~ Mario DeMarco Unknown Binding ~ (1989)

I love these dog cards - the little corgi from Regusci is famous for rolling over to wait for a tickle on the belly. Just wonderful. And the golden lab from Rubicon Estate is as robust as Zin. Except that its name is not Zin. These cards are blank so they can be used for all occasions. Very good for Christmas especially! And they are a great souvenir for anyone who has visited the wine growing areas in the USA.

This biography is written in an economical and polished prose. The skill of which is emphasized by meticulous editing and organization. The end result is a subtle, compassionate yet realistic examination of his life. The book is not written for his cult following or for ideological affirmation.

It presents a thorough account of Tone's life. The account examines his actions and decisions not only in the context of his personal traits and character but expands the analysis to reflect the effects on Tone of the political turbulence of 18th century Ireland and the impact of the French Revolution.

One of the strongest attractions of Tone's story is the contrast between his social status at the beginning of his adult life with his status when he died.

Tone was a graduate of Trinity College and studied law at the Middle Temple in London for two years. He then became a barrister in Dublin. His personal history reveals that he is a member of Dublin's social and political elite. Arguably he was a member of the Protestant Ascendancy. The author points out that Tone always retained a very Protestant and elitist perception of the Irish Masses thinking them to be vulgar and prone to deceit. This was tempered by a sincere compassion for the poor and a strong sense of honor.Tone believed that many problems in Ireland were caused by the religious divisions of his countrymen.These divisions in his estimation perpetuated British rule and stagnated Ireland's development.

From this beginning he became a formidable pamphleteer, reformer and advocate for Cathoilic rights, and ultimately an armed revolutionary opponent of English rule in Ireland. This zeal led him into military service as an officer in the French Army with a command in an aborted armed invasion to liberate Ireland.

The author presents several insights into Tone's complex and unique character. She notes that Tone was restless and single-minded, yet argues that this quality of single-mindedness could just as easily have propelled him in one direction as another.

Tone is described by acquaintances, friends, and even enemies as personable and charming.This is reflected in the statement of Captain Elias Thackeray of the Cambridgeshire Militia. Thackeray had the duty to escort Tone from prison in Derry to his trial in Dublin. He recalled Tone as '... the most delightful companion he ever traveled with.'

The value of Elliot's account of events is enhanced by her use of contemporaneous letters written by those most closely involved in the events. The Author's study is perhaps more detailed, erudite and insightful than is generally demanded. She notes that every political grouping accepts Tone's reputation as the 'father' of Irish republican nationalism but each takes from his tradition only what is needed to sustain its own stance.

Finally, this biography provides knowledge about Tone's life but it also does more. It provides a firm basis for continued research about Tone and 18th century Ireland. It is well worth the reader's time and effort.

I really enjoyed this book. This author is simply brilliant and very intelligent.

A man-on-the-street interview descends into a discussion of the many uses for cranberries. A spelling bee begins to look suspicious when one of the contestants gets words like "who" while the others get "interfenestration." Celebrity chef Mary McGoon unveils a recipe for "Frozen Ginger Ale Salad."

Visiting the laboratory of the beloved Mr. Science (brought to you by the Philanthropic Council to Make Things Nicer), little Jimmy Schwab watches another fascinating experiment with the awe of a child, a very sheltered child:

"A candle! Holy suffering catfish. Wait'll I tell all the kids at school I've seen one of those."

Bridging the gap between the Jack Benny Show and "Saturday Night Live," Bob Elliott and Ray Goulding were a comedy team who worked on radio and television from 1946 to the late 1980s, honing a unique brand of whimsy that managed to be both genial and bizarre. This 1975 book brings together about 50 top-quality Bob & Ray sketches.

They looked like bank presidents, eschewed profanity and sex references, and were somewhat out of place in their own time and more so today, with their middle-of-the-road, Norman Rockwell sensibility. Yet few people in comedy don't know of Bob & Ray and speak highly of them as trailblazers in the mold of Lenny Bruce or Monty Python. Kurt Vonnegut, in his introduction to this book, notes you can't call this "the cream of the cream of their jokes," given the "amazing evenness" of their larger body of work. But you do get a thorough appreciation with this engagingly re-readable book of why Bob & Ray were so much fun.

By the time of this book, the first of three such collections published during their career, Bob & Ray were adapting slowly to changing times, offering parodies of "The Waltons" and "Baretta" to go with their older, more established sketch material, like the soap opera "Mary Backstayge, Noble Wife," which featured a show-biz family so inept they are seen here leaving entertainment entirely to start their own restaurant with a menu consisting entirely of toast. (Not French toast, though, that's too hard.)

Like Vonnegut says, the ineptitude of the characters presented by Bob & Ray was a running theme of their comedy, and a big part of their charm, along with the fact that for all their bumbling, nothing really tragic seemed to befall anyone, apart maybe from the woman who got caught trying to snip a lock of Walter Cronkite's mustache, who gets what she deserved.

"Write If You Get Work" comes complete with great Mort Drucker illustrations and an actual Newsday restaurant review of "The House Of Toast" which is as funny as any of the sketches. As for the sketches themselves, they work not only for laughs but as mind-twisting exercises into making the impossible sound hopelessly mundane. How does one make a career out of impersonating food and drink, anyway?

The work of Bob & Ray has been sadly out of view since Ray's death in 1990, and a reprint of this book would gladden the hearts of many, including many top comic minds whose own copies have become dog-eared or stolen. If that aristocrats joke deserved an entire movie, these guys deserve at least a reprint.

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