Steve McQueen: Photographs by William Claxton

About this book

Steve McQueen is a handsome photographic art book featuring William Claxtons unique photographs-images that captured the young controversial American actor in the beginning of his movie career during the 1960s. Claxtons photographs confirm that McQueens all-American off-beat good looks were every bit as stunning as his acting and his often-stormy off-screen personality. McQueen continues to be an icon for the youth of yesterday and today. Often labeled as a maverick a rebel a tough guy a loner and a daredevil McQueen was above all else an American original. Claxton a sometime buddy of McQueens has captured on film not only McQueens talent and perfectionism but also his less well-known sensitivity and sense of humor. Along with these photographs most of which have never been published before are Claxtons memories and recollections including anecdotes creating a very personal vision of McQueen. Steve McQueen features action shots of McQueen with his motorcycle buddies in his fast cars with his leading ladies and fellow actors including scenes from several of his early and best films.