Marilyn+Monroe

Marilyn Monroe: Norma Jeane's Dream by Katherine E. Krohn Minneapolis: Lerner Publications, 1997

Call Number: 921 MON

**__Summary/Description__:** A biography of the screen icon, from her early days as an orphan, to her rise to stardom; includes discussion of her film, marriages, and tragic death.

__**Beyond the Book**__: Go beyond the book by exploring these recommended web resources:
 * Marilyn Monroe's Acting Career What movies were Marilyn actually in? We all know she was an actor, but what did she even do? Here you will find a list of all the movies Marilyn was involved in. Find information about each movie, from her part as an extra in "Scudda Hoo! Scudda Hay!", to her starring role in "The Misfits".


 * Diamonds are a Girl's Best Friend Watch this video to hear one of Marilyn's most well-known songs. This song became popular when her 1953 film, "Gentleman Prefer Blondes" came out. This song was listed as the 12th most important film songs of all time by the AFI (American Film Institute). The movie made over $7.5 million in the U.S. and Canada. It was also the film that gave Marilyn to put her hand and foot prints on the walk of fame in Hollywood. At the time, many considered it the best movie ever created!


 * Marilyn Monroe Quotes As one of the most famous actresses of all time, she had to say some wise words, right? Of course she did! Here you will find 10 of her most meaningful quotes about the things she finds most important in her life. Many of these could have helped her get through her chaotic, daily life, or just lifted her spirits. People still live by these quotes to this day, and always will in the future. Alhough Marilyn just seemed like a pretty face, she was very intelligent and logical, and spent most of her free time reading, or studying, unlike many of the other actors or actresses of her time.


 * The Actors Studio The webpage of the historical studio Marilyn attended to further her acting skills. Her coach, Lee Strasberg played a huge role in her career and taught her the method of acting that she used in some of her best movies, Method Acting. Many enrollments were denied, but Marilyn's stood out because Strasberg saw that what she looked like was not what she was on the inside. Some of the talented actors that attended the school were Marlon Brando, James Dean, Jane Fonda, Sally Field, and Paul Newman. However, not everyone was accepted. Some future stars that were rejected were Jack Nicholson, and Barbara Streisand.


 * Method Acting Anyone with a brain would want to be as successful as Marilyn, but how? Visit this website to learn about the method of acting Marilyn used in some of her best movies. Learn the history, what method acting is, who invented it, and even how to sign up for your own classes today! This form of acting is still widely used across the world, as it makes the actor or actress draw on their emotions and experiences. Without this method some of the most widely known stars could have been nothing.


 * Marilyn's Death The cause of Marilyn Monroe's death is still a mystery, as there is still many new theories opening up. Her death appeared to be a suicide but many believe it could have been an accidental overdose, or the drugs were administered by a third party. However, she died as comfortably and easily as falling asleep. She just became more and more tired until she fell asleep. No matter how she died or why, Marilyn is still one of the most widely known names in the country, and will not soon disappear. As long as people are alive, her legacy will never die out.