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| the elephant man: The Elephant Man Christine Sparks, 1986-11-12 John Merrick had lived for more than twenty years imprisoned in a body that condemned him to a miserable life in the workhouse and to humiliation as a circus sideshow freak. But beneath that tragic exterior, within that enormous and deformed head, thrived the soul of a poet, the heart of a dreamer, the longings of a man. Merrick was doomed to suffer forever—until the kind Dr. Treves gave him the first real home in the London Hospital and the town's most beautiful and esteemed actress made possible Merrick's cherished dream of human contact—and love. |
| the elephant man: The Elephant Man and Other Reminiscences Frederick Treves, 2022-08-15 DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of The Elephant Man and Other Reminiscences by Frederick Treves. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature. |
| the elephant man: Elephant Man Bernard Pomerance, 2007-12-01 “An enthralling and luminous play” about the nineteenth-century man whose physical deformity doomed him to the life of an outcast: “haunting [and] splendid” (The New York Times). The Elephant Man is based on the life of John Merrick, who lived in London during the latter part of the nineteenth century. A horribly deformed young man, a freak attraction in traveling side shows, is found abandoned and helpless and is admitted for observation to Whitechapel, a prestigious London hospital. Under the care of a famous young doctor who educates him and introduces him to London society, Merrick changes from a sensational object of pity to the urbane and witty favorite of the aristocracy and literati. But his belief that he can become a man like any other is a dream never to be realized. After premiering in London, The Elephant Man went on to Broadway where it won the Tony for Best Play in 1979. It was later revived in a Broadway production starring Bradley Cooper. “TheElephant Man is a moving drama. Lofted on poetic wings, it nests on the human heart.” —Time Magazine |
| the elephant man: Making The Elephant Man Jonathan Sanger, 2016-10-21 The true story of John (Joseph) Merrick--a.k.a. the Elephant Man--has captured the imagination of generations of audiences, critics, actors and filmmakers. In 1978, producer Jonathan Sanger received a screenplay from two unknown writers about a hideously disfigured man who refused to fall victim to despair and instead exemplified human dignity. Reading it (twice), Sanger was determined that Merrick's story would be told. This book is Sanger's unvarnished first-person account of how The Elephant Man (1980) was made. His adventure in filmmaking--itself a study in triumph over despair--involved special effects nightmares, scheduling conflicts, location issues and many risky decisions. Assembling a team that included Mel Brooks (executive producer), David Lynch (director) and actors John Hurt and Anthony Hopkins, Sanger persevered in making this inspiring, award-winning film. |
| the elephant man: The Elephant Man and Other Reminiscences Frederick Treves, 2022-07-14 This classic book, long out of print and very rare, first introduced the world to the horrific, brief, but inspiring life of JOSEPH CAREY MERRICK, a.k.a. the Elephant Man, the grotesquely deformed man rescued from a life as a sideshow exhibit by the kindly and brilliant author and surgeon, Dr. Sir Frederick Treves, of the Royal London Hospital. Finally given a home, Merrick begins to heal psychologically, emotionally, and spiritually, before his tragic death in 1890. He has, of course, gone on to inspire plays, films, television programs, and countless other media, becoming one of the most tragic and beloved historical characters of all time. Treves recounts his story, along with a dozen others, giving the reader a rare insight into what it was like to be a doctor practicing in the worst slums of Victorian England, at a time when poverty and death stalked the streets with every bit the evil, malicious rancor of a Jack the Ripper, a contemporary of his time. It is our unparalleled privilege to make this great, forgotten treasure available to contemporary readers once more. Note: The cover image is the genuine hat and hood worn by Merrick to conceal his deformity. It is on display to this day at the Royal London Hospital Medical Museum, along with the skeletal remains of Merrick, and his other memorabilia. The photo is public domain. |
| the elephant man: Elephant Man Mariangela Di Fiore, Hilda Hodnefjeld, Rosie Hedger, 2016-01-27 'Gather round - prepare to be amazed! A sight so very gruesome that you simply won't believe it. Ladies and gentlemen - THE ELEPHANT MAN!' Joseph doesn't look like other people. His skin is thick and lumpy, his limbs are oddly shaped, and his head has a big bony bump. People call him Elephant Man and scream in terror when they see him. But inside, Joseph longs for a friend to understand him. As Joseph is bullied and rejected at every turn, his situation grows more and more desperate. But a meeting with a kind doctor holds the hope to change his life Based on the famous true story of Joseph Merrick, Elephant Man is a powerful tale about being different, finding happiness in even the hardest circumstances, and discovering beauty inside everyone. The unforgettable true story of one young man's immense courage and his unbreakable spirit. |
| the elephant man: Words for Elephant Man Kenneth Sherman, 2014-05-14 ‘Man is a / fascinating animal’, Kenneth Sherman writes, and it is this fascination that drives the narrative in Words for Elephant Man. Written in the voice of Joseph Merrick, the ‘Elephant Man’ plagued with a disfiguring condition that ravaged much of his body, Sherman reveals his subject to be more than just a living fascination. Sherman’s Merrick, acutely observant, is equally fascinated by those around him. Using found lines from historical record interwoven with his own beautifully rendered verse, Sherman’s collection triumphs as a haunting, eloquent portrait of a man whose body was both disabler and enabler, a man who was both a commodity and a salesman, mechanical and organic, and whose extraordinary circumstances overshadowed the remarkably ordinary desires he shared with humanity. Sherman’s Merrick is observant, clever and authentic, and possessed of a voice that resonates through the years and into the hearts and minds of readers. |
| the elephant man: Measured by Soul: The Life of Joseph Carey Merrick (also known as 'The Elephant Man') Jeanette Sitton & Mae Siu-Wai Stroshane, 2012 Joseph Merrick, the Elephant Man, was a 19th century Englishman who suffered disfigurement from an extremely rare disorder, which is believed to be Proteus Syndrome. Though his physical and mental suffering was great, he remained courageous. 'Measured by the Soul, ' is lavishly illustrated with never-seen-before photographs of Joseph's life and Victorian times. This book also features interviews with modern patients who live with Proteus Syndrome, as well as exciting news from Dr. Leslie Biesecker of the National Institute of Health in Bethesda, Maryland. Thanks to Dr. Biesecker's research, there is hope for new treatment of Proteus Syndrome and its ultimate cure. Proceeds from this book will benefit Proteus Syndrome treatment and research. |
| the elephant man: The True History of the Elephant Man Peter Ford, Michael Howell, 2010-04-01 Due to horrible physical deformities, he spent much of his life as a fair-ground freak. He was hounded, persecuted, and starving, until his fortune changed and he was rescued, housed, and fed by the distinguished surgeon, Frederick Treves. The subject of several books, a Broadway hit, and a film, Joseph Merrick has become part of popular mythology. Here, in this fully revised edition containing much fresh information, are the true and unromanticized facts of his life. |
| the elephant man: The Elephant Man Christopher De Vore, David Lynch, Eric Bergren, 1980 |
| the elephant man: Reminiscences of The Elephant Man Frederick Treves, Others, 2021-02-16 Tragic as the life of Joseph Merrick was, Sir Frederick Treves' compassion for and friendship with the Elephant Man is to be celebrated. Though the doctor's studies couldn't cure his patient, the time that Treves spent with him revealed a side of Merrick that had been hidden away. The Elephant Man's intellect, joy in the little things, and positive attitude despite his challenges were a triumph of humanity. This text is reprinted from Treves' 1923 book, The Elephant Man and Other Reminiscences. The newspaper articles that follow share additional details of Merrick's life and death. |
| the elephant man: The Elephant Man Ashley Montagu, 1971 Joseph Carey Merrick (1862-1890) suffered from a debilitating, deforming condition. It may have been neurofibromatosis, but tests have still proven inconclusive. As a result of his massive deformities, he was dreadfully mistreated and put on display in freak shows. His condition impacted his right side more than his left. Despite his horrific treatment, at the hands of many, he maintained his grace and dignity until the end of his life. He was called The Elephant Man and, during the fall of 1888, lived in a hospital in the Whitechapel area of London--Taken from Awesome stories website |
| the elephant man: Joseph Joanne Vigor-Mungovin,, 2019-04 The story of Joseph Carey Merrick, more popularly known as the Elephant Man, passed into the realm of legend from the moment he was first exhibited at John Ellis's Bee Hive public house in Nottingham's Beck Street. Much of what has been written about his short life has been distorted and exaggerated, to the point where the most well-known depiction - the 1980 film starring John Hurt - left an indelible imprint of cruelty and suffering at the hands of Joseph's manager, and an eventual rescue by Dr. Frederick Treves of the London Hospital. The truth is rather different. Peeling back the layers of myth, Joanne Vigor-Mungovin has looked into the early life of Merrick and his family in her hometown of Leicester, and here presents, for the first time, detailed information about Joseph's family and his burning ambition to be self-sufficient rather than survive on the charity of others. |
| the elephant man: Articulating the Elephant Man Peter W. Graham, Fritz Oehlschlaeger, 1992 The surgeon Frederick Treves and the anthropologist Ashley Montagu helped make him famous. Filmmaker David Lynch and playwright Bernard Pomerance made him a star. According to the popular press, singer Michael Jackson wanted to buy his bones from London Hospital. Stories about Joseph Merrick--the Elephant Man of Victorian England--combine elements of myth and fable, tragedy and melodrama, freak show and farce. And they seem to have perennial appeal. In Articulating the Elephant Man, Peter W. Graham and Fritz H. Oehlschlaeger examine how the phenomenon called the Elephant Man has been constructed and reconstructed--how Joseph Merrick has been transformed from a suffering individual into an exhibit, a shape-shifting curiosity whose different guises variously suit the needs of particular audiences, genres, and interpreters. Merrick's presenters have been a varied group of artists, medical experts, scholars, and biographers. But preceding them all is Merrick himself, no mere passive sufferer but an individual who bravely endured--and, when he had to, successfully exploited--his outrageous bodily disorder. According to Graham and Oehlschlaeger, each account--starting with Merrick's autobiographical pamphlet--blends description and creation, observation and self-revelation, and the selective recording, alteration, and suppression of details. Telling the story of the Elephant Man, whether as a drama, a film, a sequence of poems, or a medical case study, often reveals as much about the observer as it does about the subject. The Victorians' accounts of Merrick, for example, reflect that era's tendency to normalize the extraordinary, to colonize the exotic. For them, Merrick was both anideal object of charity and a challenge to their most basic assumptions about humanity. In our own time, Merrick is cast as the ultimate outsider. If it was culturally convenient for the Victorians to patronize Merrick and congratulate his benefactors, contemporary cultural biases make it easier for us to admire him as a subversive hero and to debunk his exploiters. Like the hero of a folk tale, the real Merrick suffered indignities but enjoyed a dramatic change of fortune. At the end of his life, he had attained a measure of comfort, a small portion of fame, and the courteous notice of the eminent, the beautiful, even the royal. At the heart of his story, the authors suggest, is Merrick's humanity--and telling his story helps us define our own. Merrick faced what every human being who grows old or falls ill must endure, the sufferer's painful questions about cause and effect, about personal guilt or cosmic cruelty. He knew the isolation felt by every outsider--the poor, the homeless, the victimized, even the modern superstar. And, like each of us, he must have wondered if appearance is, after all, a misleading mask. |
| the elephant man: The Elephant Man Tim Vicary, 1994 |
| the elephant man: A Taste for Monsters Matthew J. Kirby, 2016-09-27 A “lovely, suspenseful, lyrical” ghost story set in Jack the Ripper’s London from the Edgar and PEN Award-winning author of Icefall (Kirkus Reviews). London 1888, and Jack the Ripper is terrorizing the people of the city. Evelyn, a young woman disfigured by her dangerous work in a matchstick factory with nowhere to go, does not know what to make of her new position as a maid to the Elephant Man in London Hospital. Evelyn wanted to be locked away from the world, like he is, shut away from the filth and dangers of the streets. But in Joseph Merrick, the Elephant Man, she finds a gentle kindred, who does not recoil from her, and who understands her pain. When the murders begin, however, Joseph and Evelyn are haunted nightly by the ghosts of the Ripper’s dead, setting Evelyn on a path to facing her fears and uncovering humanity’s worst nightmares, in which the real monsters are men. “[A] grisly fantasy . . . Evelyn—all grit, anger, and distrust—is a complex and engaging character, the slums and slang of Victorian-era London are carefully delineated, and the eventual revelation of Leather Apron’s identity and fate will leave readers gasping.” —Publishers Weekly “This historical fiction blends horror with mystery and results in wonderfully crafted storytelling with strong, well-drawn characters . . . A great read for fans of history, true crime, or ghost stories.” —School Library Journal “Kirby’s character development, particularly his portrayal of the extraordinary Mr. Merrick, is consistently impressive. Austen devotees are sure to appreciate Kirby’s commitment to the gothic entanglements of Northanger Abbey.” —Booklist |
| the elephant man: The Elephant Vanishes Haruki Murakami, 2010-08-11 In the tales that make up The Elephant Vanishes, the imaginative genius that has made Haruki Murakami an international superstar is on full display. In these stories, a man sees his favorite elephant vanish into thin air; a newlywed couple suffers attacks of hunger that drive them to hold up a McDonald’s in the middle of the night; and a young woman discovers that she has become irresistible to a little green monster who burrows up through her backyard. By turns haunting and hilarious, in The Elephant Vanishes Murakami crosses the border between separate realities—and comes back bearing remarkable treasures. Includes the story Barn Burning, which is the basis for the major motion picture Burning. |
| the elephant man: The Little Prince Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, 2024-11-08 Beschreibung I ask the indulgence of the children who may read this book for dedicating it to a grown-up. I have a serious reason: he is the best friend I have in the world. I have another reason: this grown-up understands everything, even books about children. I have a third reason: he lives in France where he is hungry and cold. He needs cheering up. If all these reasons are not enough, I will dedicate the book to the child from whom this grown-up grew. All grown-ups were once children-- although few of them remember it. And so I correct my dedication: To Leon Werth when he was a little boy Once when I was six years old I saw a magnificent picture in a book, called True Stories from Nature, about the primeval forest. It was a picture of a boa constrictor in the act of swallowing an animal. Here is a copy of the drawing. In the book it said: Boa constrictors swallow their prey whole, without chewing it. After that they are not able to move, and they sleep through the six months that they need for digestion. |
| the elephant man: Three Plays , 1980 Two renowned playwrights take a satirical look at three vaudevillians in Hollywood, portray an eccentric, but lovable, family, and relate the havoc that a convalescing guest wreaks on his unwitting hosts. |
| the elephant man: Riding the Elephant Craig Ferguson, 2019-05-07 From the comedian, actor, and former host of The Late Late Show comes an irreverent, lyrical memoir in essays featuring his signature wit. Craig Ferguson has defied the odds his entire life. He has failed when he should have succeeded and succeeded when he should have failed. The fact that he is neither dead nor in a locked facility (at the time of printing) is something of a miracle in itself. In Craig’s candid and revealing memoir, readers will get a look into the mind and recollections of the unique and twisted Scottish American who became a national hero for pioneering the world’s first TV robot skeleton sidekick and reviving two dudes in a horse suit dancing as a form of entertainment. In Riding the Elephant, there are some stories that are too graphic for television, too politically incorrect for social media, or too meditative for a stand-up comedy performance. Craig discusses his deep love for his native Scotland, examines his profound psychic change brought on by fatherhood, and looks at aging and mortality with a perspective that he was incapable of as a younger man. Each story is strung together in a colorful tapestry that ultimately reveals a complicated man who has learned to process—and even enjoy—the unusual trajectory of his life. |
| the elephant man: The Piano Man Level 1 Oxford Bookworms Library Tim Vicary, 2012-02-10 A level 1 Oxford Bookworms Library graded reader. Written for Learners of English by Tim Vicary. A woman finds a man on a beach. He is very cold, his clothes are wet, and he cannot speak. The woman phones for help, and an ambulance comes and takes the man to hospital. In hospital they ask the man questions, but he does not answer. He still cannot speak - or does not want to speak. Who is he, this strange man from the sea? What is his name? Where did he come from? And why do they call him the Piano Man? |
| the elephant man: Oxford Bookworms Library: Stage 1: The Elephant Man Tim Vicary, 2007-11-08 Word count 5,400 Bestseller |
| the elephant man: The Elephant in the Brain Kevin Simler, Robin Hanson, 2018 Human beings are primates, and primates are political animals. Our brains, therefore, are designed not just to hunt and gather, but also to help us get ahead socially, often via deception and self-deception. But while we may be self-interested schemers, we benefit by pretending otherwise. The less we know about our own ugly motives, the better - and thus we don't like to talk or even think about the extent of our selfishness. This is the elephant in the brain. Such an introspective taboo makes it hard for us to think clearly about our nature and the explanations for our behavior. The aim of this book, then, is to confront our hidden motives directly - to track down the darker, unexamined corners of our psyches and blast them with floodlights. Then, once everything is clearly visible, we can work to better understand ourselves: Why do we laugh? Why are artists sexy? Why do we brag about travel? Why do we prefer to speak rather than listen? Our unconscious motives drive more than just our private behavior; they also infect our venerated social institutions such as Art, School, Charity, Medicine, Politics, and Religion. In fact, these institutions are in many ways designed to accommodate our hidden motives, to serve covert agendas alongside their official ones. The existence of big hidden motives can upend the usual political debates, leading one to question the legitimacy of these social institutions, and of standard policies designed to favor or discourage them. You won't see yourself - or the world - the same after confronting the elephant in the brain. |
| the elephant man: Aesop's Fables Aesop, 1994 A collection of animal fables told by the Greek slave Aesop. |
| the elephant man: The Elephant Whisperer ANTHONY. LAWRENCE, Graham Spence, 2017-07-13 When South African conservationist Lawrence Anthony was asked to accept a herd of 'rogue' elephants on his Thula Thula game reserve in Zululand, his common sense told him to refuse. But he was the herd's last chance of survival - dangerous and unpredictable, they would be killed if Anthony wouldn't take them in. As Anthony risked his life to create a bond with the troubled elephants and persuade them to stay on his reserve, he came to realize what a special family they were, from the wise matriarch Nana, who guided the herd, to her warrior sister Frankie, always ready to see off any threat, and their children who fought so hard to survive. With unforgettable characters and exotic wildlife, this is an enthralling book that will appeal to animal lovers and adventurous souls everywhere. |
| the elephant man: The True History of the Elephant Man Michael Howell, Peter Ford, 1980 The touching story of Joseph Merrick, a ninteenth-century cripple, who became the most famous professional freak in history. |
| the elephant man: The Elephant Man Tony Ratcliffe, 2010 Tony Ratcliffe is the man behind New Zealand's iconic circus, The Whirling Bros Circus. Many New Zealanders experienced the thrill of watching exotic animals and circus performers under his Big Top during the late 20th Century. An integral part of that show was Jumbo the Elephant, another New Zealand icon that stole the hearts of us all. The Elephant Man - A Pictorial Autobiography of the Whirling Bros Circus tells of how Tony Ratcliffe created Whirling Bros, and how he built it into New Zealand's biggest and longest-running national and international travelling show. With a stunning array of pictures and photographs Tony brings his story to life - the grandeur, the daring, the skill and the scale of his enterprise. |
| the elephant man: The Elephant Man Level 1 Oxford Bookworms Library Tim Vicary, 2012-02-10 A level 1 Oxford Bookworms Library graded reader. Written for Learners of English by Tim Vicary. He is not beautiful. His mother does not want him, children run away from him. People laugh at him, and call him 'The Elephant Man'. Then someone speaks to him - and listens to him! At the age of 27, Joseph Merrick finds a friend for the first time in his life. This is a true and tragic story. It is also a famous film. |
| the elephant man: Elephant Soren Stockman, 2022 A serious young man, / I had trouble saying yes / to the bright, clear days, Soren Stockman's Elephant begins. The poems that follow move through despair, self-destruction, and disassociation to arrive, finally, at that elusive affirmation. Accompanied throughout by the imagined presence of Joseph Merrick, the 20th Century entertainer and medical patient popularly depicted as The Elephant Man, Stockman's speaker interrogates how storytellers have co-opted Merrick's identity and obscured his voice and inner life. In this projected communion, Stockman tries to encounter the man who was rather than the role molded from his experiences. What does it mean to perform as another? What allows us to love ourselves, and what makes it hard? This debut collection is a path out of loneliness, beyond private absences, to the true self and what it harbors in its heart. Here, at the center of things, we succumb to the succor of existence, given to the light: What a blessing to love the world / and then finally be born. |
| the elephant man: Quran Talal Itani, 2014-08-17 Perhaps the best Quran English translation. It is clear, easy to read, and very faithful to the Arabic original. It closely follows the Arabic text, and often reminds the reader of the Arabic original. It uses today's English language, and today's English vocabulary, thus it is easy to read and understand. The flow is smooth, the sentence structure is simple, the meaning is clear. This Quran translation has no interpretations, no footnotes, and no explanations. It is a pure translation of the Quran, from Arabic to English, and it does not try to emphasize any school of thought. The text purely and accurately translates the Holy Quran, from Arabic, into contemporary English. It was translated by a Muslim, who saw firsthand the miracles inside the Quran. His native language is Arabic; his everyday language is American English. For 15 years, he studied the Quran. For many years, he translated speech between his mother and his wife. For a living, he develops quality software. This Quran translation is available in two editions. This edition (A) uses the word Allah to refer to the Creator. Edition (B) uses the word God. Quran Sura 91. The Sun. ash-Shams. In the name of Allah, the Gracious, the Merciful. 1. By the sun and its radiance. 2. And the moon as it follows it. 3. And the day as it reveals it. 4. And the night as it conceals it. 5. And the sky and He who built it. 6. And the earth and He who spread it. 7. And the soul and He who proportioned it. 8. And inspired it with its wickedness and its righteousness. 9. Successful is he who purifies it. 10. Failing is he who corrupts it. 11. Thamood denied in its pride. 12. When it followed its most wicked. 13. The messenger of Allah said to them, This is the she-camel of Allah, so let her drink. 14. But they called him a liar, and hamstrung her. So their Lord crushed them for their sin, and leveled it. 15. And He does not fear its sequel. The Quran is the last Book from the Creator. It contains guidance, mercy, and healing. The Quran is a blessing, within reach. |
| the elephant man: The Elephant Man and Other Reminiscences Frederick Treves, 2021-01-01 The Elephant Man and Other Reminiscences by Frederick Treves: In this poignant memoir, Frederick Treves, a renowned British surgeon, recounts his encounters with Joseph Merrick, famously known as The Elephant Man. Treves offers a compassionate and deeply human portrayal of Merrick's life, struggles, and extraordinary resilience in the face of severe physical deformities. The memoir not only sheds light on Merrick's unique medical condition but also explores themes of empathy, humanity, and the profound impact of compassion on the human spirit. Key Aspects of the Book The Elephant Man and Other Reminiscences: Humanitarian Perspective: Frederick Treves's memoir emphasizes the importance of empathy and understanding in treating individuals with physical differences and challenges. Joseph Merrick's Story: The book provides an intimate and compassionate portrayal of Joseph Merrick's life, exploring the man behind the Elephant Man persona and his extraordinary journey. Social and Medical History: Treves's memoir offers a window into the medical practices and societal attitudes towards individuals with physical deformities during the late 19th century. Frederick Treves, born on February 15, 1853, was a prominent British surgeon and author. His compassionate care and friendship with Joseph Merrick brought the story of The Elephant Man to public attention, highlighting the importance of treating individuals with dignity and understanding. Treves's memoir continues to serve as a touching testament to the power of empathy and the impact of human connection on those facing extraordinary challenges. |
| the elephant man: The Philosophy of David Lynch William Devlin, 2011-03-25 From his cult classic television series Twin Peaks to his most recent film Inland Empire (2006), David Lynch is best known for his unorthodox narrative style. An award-winning director, producer, and writer, Lynch distorts and disrupts traditional storylines and offers viewers a surreal, often nightmarish perspective. His unique approach to filmmaking has made his work familiar to critics and audiences worldwide, and he earned Academy Award nominations for Best Director for The Elephant Man (1980), Blue Velvet (1986), and Mulholland Drive (2001). Lynch creates a new reality for both characters and audience by focusing on the individual and embracing existentialism. In The Philosophy of David Lynch, editors William J. Devlin and Shai Biderman have compiled an impressive list of contributors to explore the philosophy at the core of the filmmaker’s work. Lynch is examined as a postmodern artist, and the themes of darkness, logic, and time are discussed in depth. Other prominent issues in Lynch’s films, such as Bad faith and freedom, ethics, politics, and religion, are also considered. Investigating myriad aspects of Lynch’s influential and innovative work, The Philosophy of David Lynch provides a fascinating look at the philosophical underpinnings of the famous cult director. |
| the elephant man: One for the Road Harold Pinter, 1984 |
| the elephant man: All About Me! Mel Brooks, 2021-11-30 AVAILABLE NOW - THE PERFECT GIFT FOR FATHER'S DAY 'Delightful. A great, fun read.' DAVID JASON 'Mel Brooks is the king of comedy.' DAVID BADDIEL 'Riotous' DAILY MAIL 'A jaunty romp across Brooks's career' THE TIMES __________________________ At 95, the legendary Mel Brooks continues to set the standard for comedy across television, film, and the stage. Now, for the first time, this EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony) winner shares his story in his own words. Here are the never-before-told, behind-the-scenes anecdotes and remembrances from a master storyteller, filmmaker, and creator of all things funny. From The Producers to Blazing Saddles, Young Frankenstein to Anxiety and more, All About Me! offers fans fascinating and hilarious insight into Mel Brooks's outstanding collection of boundary-breaking work. Filled with tales of struggle, achievement and camaraderie, Brooks shares riveting details about his upbringing, his career and his many close friendships and collaborations including those with Gene Wilder, Alfred Hitchcock, and the great love of his love, Anne Bancroft. 'Not since the Bible have I read anything so powerful and poignant. And to boot - it's a lot funnier!' M. Brooks |
| the elephant man: The Elephant Man Bernard Pomerance, Theatre Aquarius Archives, 1979 The true story of John Merrick, a man suffering from such extreme and grotesque deformities that he was forced into freak shows to survive, until being saved from degradation and ostracism by a compassionate surgeon who befriended him and arranged a home for him at a London hospital. |
| the elephant man: The Jungle Book Rudyard Kipling, 1894 |
| the elephant man: The Elephant Man and Other Reminiscences F. Treves, 1923 |
| the elephant man: Eloquent JavaScript Marijn Haverbeke, 2011 Provides information and examples on writing JavaScript code, covering such topics as syntax, control, data, regular expressions, and scripting. |
| the elephant man: The Elephant Man Tim Vicary, 2012 |
| the elephant man: Spectacle of Deformity Nadja Durbach, 2010 Nadja Durbach assesses the role of the 19th century freak show in the creation of identity, arguing that these manifestations of otherness played an important part in the determination of what it meant to be British. |
Joseph Merrick - Wikipedia
Joseph Carey Merrick (5 August 1862 – 11 April 1890) was an English man known for his severe physical deformities. He was first exhibited at a freak show under the stage name " The …
The Elephant Man (1980) - IMDb
The Elephant Man: Directed by David Lynch. With Anthony Hopkins, John Hurt, Anne Bancroft, John Gielgud. A Victorian surgeon rescues a heavily disfigured man who is mistreated while …
The Elephant Man (1980) : Free Download, Borrow, and ...
Jun 30, 2024 · Based upon the life of John Merrick, the Elephant Man, who was hideously deformed by a disease that to this day is incurable. He makes everyone aware that there is a …
Joseph Merrick - Death, Disease & Elephant Man - Biography
Nov 10, 2014 · Best known as the "Elephant Man," Joseph Carey Merrick has been the subject of many medical studies, documentaries and works of fiction. By David Blatty Updated: Feb 11, …
Joseph Merrick | Biography | Britannica
Apr 21, 2025 · Joseph Merrick (born August 5, 1862, Leicester, Leicestershire, England—died April 11, 1890, London) was a disfigured man who, after a brief career as a professional …
The Heartbreaking Story Of Joseph Merrick, The Elephant Man ...
Nov 19, 2024 · Joseph Merrick’s life story is one of history’s most tragic and haunting. Born with severe physical deformities that dramatically enlarged his head and limbs, Merrick became …
The Elephant Man movie review (1980) - Roger Ebert
The film of The Elephant Man is not based on the successful stage play of the same name, but they both draw their sources from the life of John Merrick, the original “elephant man,” whose …
The Elephant Man - Rotten Tomatoes
Born with a congenital disorder, Merrick uses his disfigurement to earn a living as the "Elephant Man." Treves brings Merrick into his home, discovering that his rough...
Joseph Merrick - The Elephant Man, Age, Married and Children
Jan 13, 2025 · Joseph Merrick, born on August 5, 1862, in Leicester, England, was a man whose physical deformities profoundly impacted his life. Initially a healthy child, he began to develop …
The Elephant Man (1980 film) - Wikipedia
The Elephant Man is a 1980 biographical drama film loosely based on the life of Joseph Merrick (named "John" in the film), a severely deformed man who lived in London in the late 19th century.
Joseph Merrick - Wikipedia
Joseph Carey Merrick (5 August 1862 – 11 April 1890) was an English man known for his severe physical deformities. He was first exhibited at a freak show under the stage name " The …
The Elephant Man (1980) - IMDb
The Elephant Man: Directed by David Lynch. With Anthony Hopkins, John Hurt, Anne Bancroft, John Gielgud. A Victorian surgeon rescues a heavily disfigured man who is mistreated while …
The Elephant Man (1980) : Free Download, Borrow, and ...
Jun 30, 2024 · Based upon the life of John Merrick, the Elephant Man, who was hideously deformed by a disease that to this day is incurable. He makes everyone aware that there is a …
Joseph Merrick - Death, Disease & Elephant Man - Biography
Nov 10, 2014 · Best known as the "Elephant Man," Joseph Carey Merrick has been the subject of many medical studies, documentaries and works of fiction. By David Blatty Updated: Feb 11, …
Joseph Merrick | Biography | Britannica
Apr 21, 2025 · Joseph Merrick (born August 5, 1862, Leicester, Leicestershire, England—died April 11, 1890, London) was a disfigured man who, after a brief career as a professional “freak,” …
The Heartbreaking Story Of Joseph Merrick, The Elephant Man ...
Nov 19, 2024 · Joseph Merrick’s life story is one of history’s most tragic and haunting. Born with severe physical deformities that dramatically enlarged his head and limbs, Merrick became …
The Elephant Man movie review (1980) - Roger Ebert
The film of The Elephant Man is not based on the successful stage play of the same name, but they both draw their sources from the life of John Merrick, the original “elephant man,” whose …
The Elephant Man - Rotten Tomatoes
Born with a congenital disorder, Merrick uses his disfigurement to earn a living as the "Elephant Man." Treves brings Merrick into his home, discovering that his rough...
Joseph Merrick - The Elephant Man, Age, Married and Children
Jan 13, 2025 · Joseph Merrick, born on August 5, 1862, in Leicester, England, was a man whose physical deformities profoundly impacted his life. Initially a healthy child, he began to develop …
The Elephant Man (1980 film) - Wikipedia
The Elephant Man is a 1980 biographical drama film loosely based on the life of Joseph Merrick (named "John" in the film), a severely deformed man who lived in London in the late 19th century.
