"Company of Heroes (1994) ... Harry "Dobe" Carey Jr. ... Madison Books"
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Madison Books presents "COMPANY OF HEROES: MY LIFE AS AN ACTOR IN THE JOHN FORD STOCK COMPANY" (Paperback) - by Harry Carey, Jr. (Author) --- An American film actor. Harry Carey Jr. appeared in over 90 films --- He is mostly remembered for appearing in Western films and television programs --- He is the son of acclaimed actor, Harry Carey (1878-1947) and actress Olive Fuller Golden (1896-1988) --- As a boy he was nicknamed "Dobe" (short for "adobe", from the color of his hair), by which he is still known to family, friends, and a large number of fans --- A respected character actor, like his father, he acted in a large number of Western genre films --- They both appeared together in the acclaimed 1948 film, "Red River", though they never shared a scene --- Harry Carey, Jr. served with the United States Navy during World War II.
Carey was a good friend of, and frequent collaborator with, noted Western film director John Ford --- Carey became a regular in what is commonly called the John Ford Stock Company --- He appeared in such notable Ford films as: "3 Godfathers" (1948); "She Wore a Yellow Ribbon" (1949); "Wagon Master" (1950); "Rio Grande" (1950); "The Long Gray Line" (1955); "Mister Roberts" (1955); "The Searchers" (1956); "Two Rode Together" (1961); and Ford's last movie, "Cheyenne Autumn" (1964) --- He also made 10 movies with actor John Wayne, starting with "Red River" and ending with "Cahill U.S. Marshal" (1973) --- (From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia)
TABLE OF CONTENTS: (Title and Page Numbers)
In the Beginning - 1
3 Godfathers - 6
Myself When Young With Cowboys and Navajos - 44
She Wore a Yellow Ribbon - 55
Paul Fix, the OS.S, and Merry Christmas - 72
Wagonmaster - 85
Rio Grande - 108
The Long Gray Line - 128
Mister Roberts - 145
The Searchers - 157
Two Rode Together - 175
Cheyenne Autumn - 193
So Long, But Not Good-bye - 205
Harry Carey, Jr's Appearances in John Ford Films - 209
Index - 215
BIOS:
1. Harry Carey Jr.
Date of Birth: 16 May 1921 - Saugus, California
Date of death: Still Living
SPECIAL BONUS MATERIAL:
1. Given nickname "Dobe," short for adobe (the color of Carey's hair as a boy).
2. Son of Harry Carey and Olive Carey.
3. Appeared with his father Harry Carey in the film "Red River" (1948).
4. Inducted into the Hall of Great Western Performers of the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum in 2003.
5. Son-in-law of Paul Fix.
6. His father, actor Harry Carey started his career in 1909 at the 'American Mutoscope & Biograph' Company.
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 westerns and dramas, this is the one you've been anxiously waiting for --- The author has captured the intimate look at the work of Hollywood film director John Ford through the observant eyes of actor Harry Carey, Jr, please stand up and take a bow --- all my heroes have been cowboys!
Total Pages: 280 ~ Madison Books ~ (6/25/1994)
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Excellent reading.
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I have a personalized autographed copy of the book, by Harry Carey, Jr. Also, his photograph. I have been a fan of the John Ford stock company for many, many years. Harry's book brings out the on and off screen magic of the master. A must reading for all movie buffs.
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Outstanding!
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A really fine book by someone who has a true appreciation for the giants he worked with. Mr. Carey is a wonderful story teller, sensitive with a good sense of humor. His observations make for what may be the best book about John Ford ever written. But it is Dobe Carey's depiction of all the greats who worked for Ford that makes this book special indeed. They were unique and wonderful screen icons, the likes of which we will never see again. Mr. Carey brings them to life again in a way I shall never forget. Do not miss this book!
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Dobe Carey is a great story teller!
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The man knows how to write. His conversational style conveys the feeling that he is seated next to you, telling one insightful tale after another. As one might imagine, the presence of John Ford looms large over the text. Hopefully he will write another volume about his experiences working with other film directors.
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Impressive Stuff!
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This is a heartwarming biographical sketch of not only the film work of John Ford, but of John Wayne, Ward Bond, and others. I've read other books about Ford, but this ranks tops in my estimation. He tells the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth, but does it in a human way.
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