Jean Peters: Hollywood's Mystery Girl
Jean Peters: Hollywood's Mystery Girl is a 240-page English-language biography examining the actor’s film career, private life and later activities. Its account includes analysis of her nineteen films and photographs.
At a glance
- Covers Jean Peters’ film career and her withdrawal from Hollywood social life after marrying Howard Hughes.
- Includes an in-depth analysis of each of her nineteen films, according to the listing.
- The listing says the book includes photographs from the author’s personal collection.
Reference price: $80.99
Price checked: 14 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The focus extends beyond film credits to Peters’ charitable work, arts and crafts, and university studies in psychology and anthropology.
- The listed 240-page length provides scope for film-by-film coverage.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | UNIVERSITY PRESS OF MISSISSIPPI |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 29 June 2024 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 240 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1496850262 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1496850263 |
| Dimensions | 15.88 x 2.54 x 22.86 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 517 g |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in Jean Peters, classic Hollywood actors or film biographies.
- Readers looking for discussion of Peters’ nineteen films as well as her life outside acting.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a general history of Hollywood rather than a biography centred on one actor.
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Frequently asked questions
What does this book cover?
The listing describes a biography of Jean Peters covering her acting career, personal reserve, marriage to Howard Hughes and later pursuits. It also says the book analyses each of her nineteen films.
How long is the book?
The listed print length is 240 pages.
What language is it in?
The listing specifies English.
Does it include photographs?
The listing says it includes photographs from the author’s personal collection.
