Jimmy Stewart
Jimmy Stewart (James Maitland Stewart) was born on May 20th, 1908. Jimmy passed away July 2nd, 1997 at 89 years old. Jimmy Stewart was born in Indiana, PA, USA. Stewart attended Princeton University where he received a bachelor's degree.
Jimmy Stewart was an American author, film and stage actor. He was the main character in most classic films, won a Lifetime Achievement Award, and was nominated for five Academy Awards.
Besides his popularity in the film industry, Stewart was a talented poet and that’s evident in his book
Jimmy Stewart and His Poems. The book follows the same warmth, humility, and humor just as Stewart's known interviews with each people introduced with a short note detailing how it came about.
One of the most memorable poems in the book explores Stewart’s journeys to Junin de los Andes where he and his friends visited for fishing. The deceptively simple hotel staircase was the inspiration behind a poem about the “mean” top step that tripped him and his friends.
Another unique poem is
The Aberdares! inspired by his visit to the chilly Aberdare’s mountains in East Africa. The poem reveals the breathtaking scenery and biting cold of his experience.
The book also includes two longer poems.
I’m a Movie Camera follows an ingenious approach and tells the story from the camera’s perspective after it was destroyed by a hyena on a Kenyan safari. We get to see the camera as it laments its fate which results in a creative, imaginative, and entertaining poem.
The second longest poem in the book is
Beau which is a deeply moving story about Stewart’s golden retriever. This poem conveys grief and love as Stewart recounts the dog’s wild spirit and the tight-knit bond it shared with his family.
Throughout the book, Stewart not only utilizes humor and charm but also reflects on his life and reveals to the readers on his tender side. The poems are different in terms of tone, theme and range from lighthearted stories to heartfelt tributes allowing the readers to get a glimpse into the mind of a man who could effortlessly make audiences laugh, cry, and reflect in his unmistakable voice.
Related Authors
Fans of Jimmy Stewart also enjoy these authors:
- Stephen King, author of The Dark Tower Series.
- J.K. Rowling, author of the Harry Potter Series.
- Charles Dickens, author of: A Christmas Carol.
- Robin Hobb, author of the Farseer Series.
- Megan Lindholm, author of the Reindeer People Series.
Jimmy Stewart: F.A.Q
When was Jimmy Stewart Born?
Jimmy Stewart was born on May 20th, 1908.
When did Jimmy Stewart die?
Jimmy Stewart died on July 2nd, 1997 at 89 years old.
Where was Jimmy Stewart Born?
Jimmy Stewart was born in Indiana, PA, USA.
What was the first book Jimmy Stewart wrote?
The first book written by Jimmy Stewart was Jimmy Stewart and His Poems, published in 1989.
What was the most recent book Jimmy Stewart wrote?
His most recently released work was Jimmy Stewart on January 1st, 2006.
What is the most popular book by Jimmy Stewart?
Based on the number of readers on Book Notification, the most popular Jimmy Stewart book is
Jimmy Stewart and His Poems. Here are his most popular books:
- Jimmy Stewart and His Poems (8)
How many books has Jimmy Stewart written?
Jimmy Stewart has written 2 books. 1 Poetry Collections, 1 Non-Fiction Books.