Heath Ledger: Talented Actor: Talented ActorThe Joker in 2008's mega-hit movie The Dark Knight was an incredible, Oscar-worthy performance by this young and troubled actor. Tweens and teens were crazy about the film, and the world mourned when Ledger died. This book examines Ledger's brief career, background, and personal life, as well as the controversies surrounding his death. From his breakout role in the teen flick 10 Things I Hate About You to his Oscar nomination for his performance in Brokeback Mountain, Ledger's biography is bound to intrigue young movie fans. Lives Cut Short is a series in Essential Library, an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company. |
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Growing Up Down Under | 14 |
Ledger Gets Noticed | 24 |
Hollywood Bound | 32 |
Rising Star | 42 |
Brokeback Mountain | 54 |
Falling in Love | 64 |
Final Roles | 74 |
Tragic Death | 84 |
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