Ben Kingsley: A Life in Art, History, and Transformation

Ben Kingsley is famous for disappearing into his roles. This book follows his early years and rise to prominence, then surveys a long career marked by depth, range and careful craft. The closing part looks at his legacy and his influence on other actors, and at his belief in the power of storytelling. Readers who admire serious screen acting, historical drama and great character work will enjoy this thoughtful portrait of an actor who has spent decades transforming himself on stage and screen. 92 pages.