Description |
104 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm. |
Series |
People in the news |
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People in the news (San Diego, Calif.)
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Summary |
"Robert Downey Jr. is one of the most famous and influential actors in Hollywood. Since 2008, he has been at the center of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but the road to leading this incredibly famous franchise was difficult for Downey. This book examines how he is an inspiration to those who are struggling with personal dilemmas, especially substance abuse, and how he overcame those struggles to become the face of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Through sidebars, annotated quotations, and full-color photographs, this book allows readers to gain a deeper appreciation for Robert Downey Jr. and his acting skills"-- Provided by publisher. |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
Contents |
Robert Downey Jr. : box office superstar -- Destined for films -- A rising star -- The road to recovery -- Making a comeback -- "I am Iron Man" -- Notes -- Robert Downey Jr. year by year. |
Subject |
Downey, Robert, Jr., 1965- -- Juvenile literature.
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Iron Man (Motion picture) -- Juvenile literature.
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Iron Man (Fictitious character) -- Juvenile literature.
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Actors -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.
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Superhero films -- Juvenile literature.
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Downey, Robert, Jr., 1965- (OCoLC)fst00371893
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Iron Man (Fictitious character) (OCoLC)fst01738902
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Iron Man (Motion picture) (OCoLC)fst01784867
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Actors. (OCoLC)fst00796296
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Superhero films. (OCoLC)fst01138887
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United States. (OCoLC)fst01204155
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Genre/Form |
Biographies. (OCoLC)fst01919896
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Juvenile works. (OCoLC)fst01411637
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Other Form: |
Online version: Horning, Nicole. Robert Downey Jr. New York : Lucent Press, [2020] 9781534567702 (DLC) 2018061212 |
ISBN |
9781534567054 (library bound book) |
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1534567054 (library bound book) |
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9781534567696 (pbk. book) |
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1534567690 (pbk. book) |
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