John Wayne: American

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Summary: A heartwarming read about a great man
Review: This is a wonderful book. I grew up watching a lot of his films and I remember the day he died, stunned by the news. From this book I learned about his politics, although for me that was not as interesting as the anecdotes during filming, or his personal life with his trusted friends. I must say, though, that as I chronologically followed his life I became sadder as I knew how it ended. The last chapter is a harrowing read because this Big man wastes away and he knows it, he fears it. I closed the book feeling depressed and very aware of my own mortality.