 Collection of Charlie Chaplin Books This is a list of some of the popular and rare books about Charlie Chaplin still available, at many different sources. A sampling, but not a complete list, this resource below will give you a good sampling. Some books are new and others are out-of-print and only available used. I have most of the books listed in my personal collection, but a few I have not read yet, like 'Tramp', a book some people like and others don't. It is always a good idea to look for the books at your local bookstore or library to get a better idea if you want to buy them for your collection. Some of these books do include some information on Edna, and I placed notes by the ones with the most Edna information. Note: all dimensions are for the books pictured. This section created by ednapurviance.org. UPDATE: Added the Kindle Editions of Charles Chaplin books. Links to books available on Amazon and purchased, do help this site at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support. (HB - Hardback PB - Paperback) Interested in Chaplin's films? Follow these links to DVD and VHS collection: |
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Charlie Chaplin's own Books and other Recent Editions |
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Charlie Chaplin My Life in Pictures By Charles Chaplin Designed by David King Introduction by Francis Wyndham Bodley Head London Edition Hardback Edition with Jacket - Pictured 320 pages - Dimensions (in inches) - 1.25 x 12 x 8.50 Best of Chaplin's own published books. Loaded with photos, it has comments with photos. Includes pictures of Edna. |
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Charlie Chaplin My Life in Pictures By Charles Chaplin Designed by David King Introduction by Francis Wyndham Grosset & Dunlap New York Edition Paperback Edition - Pictured 320 pages - Dimensions (in inches) - .75 x 11.25 x 8.25 First Paperback Edition. Not seen as often as hardback edition. |
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My Autobiography By Charles Chaplin Paperback Edition - Pictured 494 pages - Dimensions (in inches) - 1 x 8 x 5.25 It does come in many editions. Should be part of any Chaplin collection. Chaplin's writes about Edna and includes letters written to him by Edna. |
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My Autobiography By Charles Chaplin New York Simon and Schuster Hardback Edition 1964 - Pictured 512 pages - Dimensions (in inches) - 1.75 x 9.50 x 6.25 This is the original U.S. 1964 first edition. |
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FRENCH EDITION Histoire de ma vie By Charles Chaplin Published by - Robert Laffont Paperback Edition - Pictured |
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Chaplin: The Dictator and the Tramp By Hooman Mehran, Frank Scheide and Dan Kamin Published by - British Film Institute 150 pages - Dimensions (in inches) - 0.43 x 9.18 x 6.02 Paperback Edition - Pictured |
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Chaplin: Genius of the Cinema By Jeffery Vance Harry N Abrams Hardback Edition with Jacket - Pictured 400 pages - Dimensions (in inches) - 1.26 x 12.14 x 9.32 High quality book. If you are looking for a special gift for a Chaplin fan, and they don't own it, it makes a good addtion for any Chaplin collection. Includes a few rare pictures of Edna. |
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Charlie Chaplin: A Photo Diary By Michel Comte Steidl Publishing Hardback Edition with Jacket - Pictured 480 pages - Dimensions (in inches) - 1.47 x 12.12 x 10.12 Another quality book filled with photos not normally seen. Books jacket is actually this photo with Chaplin's name in light blue. Very few photos of Edna. |
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FRENCH EDITION Charlie Chaplin By Maurice Bessy Hardback French Edition Pictured 438 pages- Dimensions (in inches) - 1.00 x 13.50 x 9.75 Loaded with photos. Photos are a bit contrasty, over all, but if you are interesting in photos on Chaplin and the people he worked with, this one is filled with them. This book comes in American and French editions. |
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ITALIAN Cinema Studies: La Metamorfosi Del Vagabondo: Coincidenza Tra il Silenzio Espressivo del "Muto" e le Parole Sentimentali del "Sonoro" By Debora Perricone Editrice Cinetecnica 2010 Paperback Edition 50 Pages |
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Silent Traces Discovering Early Hollywood Through the Films of Charlie Chaplin By John Bengtson Santa Monica Press 2006 ISBN: 159580014X Paperback Edition 301 Pages - Illustrated - Dimensions: 8.5 x 11 x 0.6 inches Silent Traces: Discovering Early Hollywood through the Films of Charlie Chaplin by John Bengtson, forward by Kevin Brownlow. Great for any Chaplin colletion or interested in film history in general. |
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ITALIAN Un Comico Vede IL Mondo By Lisa Stein Le Mani Cineteca di Bologna 2006 Hardback Edition without Jacket 190 Pages - Illustrated Essay about Chaplin's report of his 1931-1932 world tour, originally published in "WOMAN'S HOME COMPANION" under the title: "A COMEDIAN SEES THE WORLD". Available in Italy. |
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Charlie Chaplin: Taschen Movie Icons By David Robinson Taschen Paperback Edition 192 Pages - Illustrated |
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Charlie Chaplin: Interviews (Conversations with Filmmakers Series) By Kevin J. Hayes University Press of Mississippi ISBN: 1578067022 Paperback - Pictured 192 pages Check link when available, but can be ordered now. Amazon also has a library bind edition. |
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Chaplin and Agee: The Unstold Story of the Tramp, the Writer, and the Lost Screenplay By John Wranovics Palgrave Macmillan ISBN: 1403968667 Hardback - Pictured 240 pages |
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Chaplin's Music Hall By Barry Anthony Hardback Edition - English 2013 244 pages - Dimensions (in inches) - 6.1" x 1" x 9.2" Originally released in the UK in 2012. |
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Early Charlie Chaplin The Artist as Apprentice at Keystone Studios By James L. Neibaur Hardback Edition 237 pages - Dimensions (in inches) - 0.9" x 6.3" x 9.2" |
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Chaplin: His Life and Art By David Robinson Paperback Edition - Pictured 1994 792 pages - Dimensions (in inches) - 1.79 x 8.20 x 5.43 Excellent book and should be part of any Chaplin collection. Information on Edna Purviance. Also remember there are several editions on the market now. The latest edition came out in the Fall of 2001. The 2001 edition includes new photos of Chaplin's first love, Hetty Ketty. (The one pictured to the left is the 1994 paperback edition.) |
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Chaplin: His Life and Art By David Robinson Hardback Edition with Jacket - Pictured 1985 792 pages - Dimensions (in inches) - 2.00 x 9.25 x 6.25 Hard back revision of one above. Each addition have been updated, so something to remember in purchuring. The one pictured to the left is the 1985 First edition hardback with jacket. |
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Chaplin Cinéaste By Francis Bordat Paperback Edition - FRENCH EDITION 348 pages - Dimensions (in inches) - .75 x 8.75 x 6.25 For our French and English-French readers an excellent addition to your collection. |
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Making Music with Charlie Chaplin By Eric James Hardback Edition with Jacket - Pictured 122 pages - Dimensions (in inches) - 0.71 x 8.85 x 5.89 Best book available about how Chaplin created his music with the help of others. Pictured book is hard back cover with jacket. |
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Syd Chaplin By Lisa K. Stein - Pictured Paperback Edition 354 pages - Dimensions (in inches) - 9.9 x 6.9 x 0.7 If you don't see on Amazon, try the publisher McFarland. |
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Oona: Living in the Shadows: A Biography of Oona O'Neill Chaplin By Jane Scovell - Pictured Hardback Edition with Jacket 354 pages - Dimensions (in inches) - 1.25 x 9.75 x 6.50 |
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Charlie Chaplin: Intimate Close -Ups By Georgia Hale Paperback Edition - Pictured 272 pages - Dimensions (in inches) - 0.76 x 8.98 x 5.99 Georgia Hale story on life working with Chaplin on 'The Gold Rush' and life she shared with the star. Has a section where Charlie tells Georgia how much he enjoyed working with Edna. |
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Chaplin's Girl: The Life and Loves of Virginia Cherrill By Miranda Seymour Hardback Edition - pictured 272 pages - Dimensions (in inches) - 8.6 x 5.4 x 1.4 Charlie Chaplin's Leading Lady in 'City Lights' (1931) |
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Chaplin's Girl: The Life and Loves of Virginia Cherrill By Miranda Seymour Paperback Edition - pictured 272 pages - Dimensions (in inches) - 8.6 x 5.4 x 1.4 Charlie Chaplin's Leading Lady in 'City Lights' (1931) |
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The Intimate Charlie Chaplin By May Reeves, Constance Brown Kuriyama, Claire Goll Library Binding (not clear if paperback or hard cover) 151 pages - Dimensions (in inches) - 0.69 x 8.94 x 5.56 May Reeves traveled with Chaplin during his 1930's world tour. This is her account. |
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| Oona and her life long friends | Trio: Oona Chaplin, Carol Matthau, Gloria Vanderbilt : Portrait of an Intimate Friendship By Araon Saroyan Hardback Edition - Pictured 256 pages (Dimensions unavailable) |
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Tramp: The Life of Charlie Chaplin By Joyce Milton Hardback Edition - Pictured 578 pages - Dimensions (in inches) - 0.41 x 6.99 x 4.96 This book is liked by some, disliked by others. You can read the reviews on Amazon to learn more on the likes and dislikes. Personally have not read this one yet, but have been told by readers Edna is mentioned. |
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My Father, Charlie Chaplin By Charles Chaplin, Jr. Hardback Edition with Jacket - Pictured 370 pages - Dimensions (in inches) - 1.50 x 9.25 x 6 Not usually available on Amazon, but showing you anyway. Written by Charlie and Lita Chaplin's son, Charles Chaplin, Jr. Interesting first hand account by the son of Charlie Chaplin. Can be hard to find, but best chance could be eBay or the internet bookstores. Prices may vary. |
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The Chaplin Encycolpedia By Glenn Mitchell Paperback - Pictured 288 pages - Dimensions (in inches) - 0.83 x 9.75 x 7.43 Should be part of any Chaplin collection. Loaded with information from A to Z on Chaplin's life and career. Includes information on Edna and 'Woman of Paris'. |
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The Complete Films of Charlie Chaplin By Gerald McDonald, Michael Conway, Mark Ricci Hardback Edition with Jacket - Pictured 224 pages - Dimensions (in inches) - 0.75 x 11.75 x 8.50 Published before Chaplin made his last film, this book includes all of Chaplin films from 'Making a Living' to 'King of New York'. Loaded with photos and information on the films. |
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Chaplin's Film By Uno Asplund Hardback - Pictured 215 pages - Dimensions (in inches) - 0.75 x 10 x 6.50 This book has all of Chaplin's films listed and makes for a good guide to have on hand. Contain a few photos. Pictured - Inside cover page from hardback book |
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SWEDEN Chaplin I Sverige By Uno Asplund Proprius 1971 Paperback - Pictured Pages - 204 Rare. Check back at this link or other sources. |
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The Legend of Charlie Chaplin By Peter Haining Hardback Edition with Jacket - Pictured 224 pages - Dimensions (in inches) - 0.75 x 11.50 x 8.75 A collection of over 30 stories written by Chaplin's friends, co-workers, family and even Chaplin, himself. Introduced by Peter Haining. |
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Chaplin and American Culture By Charles J. Maland Paperback Edition - Pictured 464 pages - Dimensions (in inches) - 0.96 x 9.21 x 6.11 About Chaplin and his effect he had on America Culture through his life and film. |
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Discoveries: Charlie Chaplin Comic Genius By David Robinson Paperback Edition - Pictured 143 pages - Dimensions (in inches) - 0.41 x 6.99 x 4.96 This small paperback makes for a good gift as an introduction to Chaplin. |
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| Study on Chaplin and his art | The Gentleman Is a Tramp: Charlie Chaplin's Comedy By Claudia Clausius Hardback Edition 194 pages - Dimensions (in inches) - 8.75 x 0.50 x 6.00 |
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The Essential Chaplin: Perspectives on the Life and Art of the Great Comedian By Richard Schickel 2006 Publisher Ivan R. Dee Amazon Digital Services LINK TO EBOOK |
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The Comedy of Charlie Chaplin: Artistry in Motion By Dan Kamin 2011 Publisher Scarecrow Press Amazon Digital Services LINK TO EBOOK |
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Fame, amore e fantasia. Ricette dalla vita e dai capolavori di Charlie Chaplin By Germana Merenda 2010 Publisher Il leone verde Edizioni Amazon Digital Services LINK TO EBOOK |
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My Autobiography By Charlie Chaplin - 1964 (2003 ebook release) Publisher ePenguin Amazon Digital Services LINK TO EBOOK |
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Oona Living in the Shadows: A Biography of Oona O'Neill Chaplin By Jane Scovell - 2009 ebook release Publisher Grand Central Publishing Pages: 354 Amazon Digital Services LINK TO EBOOK |
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Comic Books & Graphic Novels |
A start of a new section of Comic Books and Graphic Novels that feature silent films as part of their story. Includes Charlie Chaplin comic books. |
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| Chaplin Library Great way to see Chaplin books from around the world! |
 Chaplin Library has over 700 book and information on each book. Great reference for collectors. |
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Other Chaplin site Book list |
Bernd Kunze's List of Books on Chaplin in Europe |
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THE SEA GULL "A WOMAN OF THE SEA" by Linda Wada Published by Leading Ladies Released January 2008 - Only available at this link Sold worldwide. Link to reviews and comments. |
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