As the title suggests, the book focuses on nimoys involvement with star trek. The motion picture, the book was criticized by some fans because of the perception that nimoy was rejecting the character spock. He was best known for playing the character of spock on star trek, an american television series that ran for three seasons from 1966 to 1969, in addition to several movie sequels. Publication date 1995 topics nimoy, leonard, star trek. Leonard simon nimoy 26 march 1931 27 february 2015. Aug 25, 2008 listen to i am spock audiobook by leonard nimoy. He says a little about his childhood and his parents, he says something about his first years as an actor prior to star trek in.
Internet archive contributor internet archive language english. Browse leonard nimoys bestselling audiobooks and newest titles. I listened to this on audiobook which is read by leonard nimoy with his great, iconic voice. Then last year i found by incident the book i am not spock and ordered it. Book is in very good condition, dustcover has a little edge wear, but still very good. Leonard nimoy, in full leonard simon nimoy, born march 26, 1931, boston, massachusetts, u. Therefore, whist i bought i am not spock published in 1976, as this is a first edition copy, i also purchased on ebay, i am spock the autobiography of leonard nimoy published in 1995 after the.
Leonard nimoy reprised his spock role in an episode of the tv series star trek. Only barely is i am spock an autobiography of leonard nimoy. The book was published in 1995, four years after the release of the last star trek motion picture starring the entire original cast, and covers the majority of nimoy s time with star trek in general and mr. I am not a particular star trek fan and i did not know the history of the i am not spock story which is a focus of. As the title suggests, the book focuses on nimoy s involvement with star trek as a director and as the portrayer of spock. Spock of the star trek series, nimoy is also the author of i am not spock.
March 26, 1931 february 27, 2015 was an american actor, film director, photographer, author, singer, and songwriter. Leonard nimoy was most famous for his portrayal of star treks mr. Then a curious personality change begins to take place, as spock is. Leonard nimoy audio books, best sellers, author bio.
Spock in the cult television series that launched the star trek phenomenon, leonard nimoy has written the definitive star trek memoir. The legend an actor, writer, producer, director, poet, host, voiceover artist, photographer, patron of the arts, philanthropist, husband, father and grandfather, as well as star trek. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. An internationally known stage, film and television actor, leonard nimoy directed several major motion pictures, including the good mother, three men and a baby, star trek iii. I am not spock reveals what it was pdf like to be so identified with a role that it becomes a part of you. Listen to i am spock by leonard nimoy for free with a 30 day free trial. Spock and the public, written when star trek was basically still fresh and new as the classic original star trek. Buy a cheap copy of i am spock book by leonard nimoy.
I am spock is a beautiful recollection of leonard nimoys time with star trek, with brief commentary on his other directorial work. Spock is the most intriguing character on star trek for many reasons. I am spock by leonard nimoy, 9780316388375, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. I would recommend this to anyone who loves the actor and especially his work in star trek. He rejoices at the accomplishments of the series, whose casting diversity ethnic. The original series, he went on to play him again on star trek. I am spock is the second volume of actor and director leonard nimoy s autobiography. As a fan of leonard nimoy, i enjoyed this book of his life before and after start trek. Leonard nimoy s portrayal of the everlogical vulcan, mr. Leonard nimoy and william shatner first crossed paths as actors on the set of the man from u. Spock of the star trek franchise, a character he portrayed in television and film from a pilot. Spock on the 60s tv series star trek, both lived long and prospered, before dying at the age of 83. Feb 15, 2016 shatner, the trek lead with the higherprofile credits, admits to jealousy when nimoy s spock drew more fan mail. In fact, i m buying it as a gift for a friend as we speak.
Only nimoy s iconic voice can do his words justice. I am spock leonard nimoy star trek audiobook full youtube. I am spock is the second volume of actor and director leonard nimoys autobiography. The book was published in 1995, four years after the last star trek motion picture starring the entire original cast was produced. Spock in the landmark tv series star trek and its movie spinoffs, and explores his relationship to his. Listen to i am spock audiobook by leonard nimoy free 30. His first album was called leonard nimoy presents mr. Spock, but his talent carried far beyond the screen nimoy, who died friday at age 83, was also a singer to the delight of. Jewishamerican actor, film director, poet, musician and photographer. I am spock is the second autobiography written by leonard nimoy. Buy i am not spock by leonard nimoy online at alibris.
The animated series, the first six star trek motion pictures, and the. He maintained he was only clarifying the difference between himself and spock, whom he always enjoyed playing. Jun 01, 2016 few actors are as inextricably associated with one role as leonard nimoy is with star treks mr. Discount prices on books by leonard nimoy, including titles like improvising out loud. I am not spock is leonard nimoy s first autobiography. I am spock book by leonard nimoy 10 available editions. Therefore, whist i bought i am not spock published in 1976, as this is a first edition copy, i also purchased on ebay, i am spock the autobiography of leonard nimoy published in 1995 after the collective original star tr ek cast has completed their final film together, star trek 6 the undiscovered country. My opinion about leonard nimoy was always a very high one. Leonard nimoys portrayal of the everlogical vulcan, mr.
He chronicled his involvements with the creation of spock, his acting choices regarding spock, and his relationship with spock played out. I am not spock in 1977 and i am spock in 1995, as well as several books of poetry and released five albums. The animated series and the production of star trek. Leonard nimoy books list of books by leonard nimoy. Spock in the cult television series that launched the star trek phenomenon, leonard nimoy.
Spock, is one of the most recognizable, loved, and pervasive characterizations in popular culture. I am spock by leonard nimoy and leonard nimoy overview best known to the world as the actor who created the legendary mr. Buy i am spock first edition first printing by nimoy, leonard isbn. I am spock is witty and funny and simply an adventure to read. I am spock is a brilliant and engaging look at leonard nimoys film career. He had been closer to the phenomenon of star trek than anyone, having played the pivotal role of spock in the original series, in six motion pictures, and in a special twopart episode of star. Listen to i am spock by leonard nimoy available from rakuten kobo. Spock and q are in the midst of debating the fate of mankind when they are suddenly transported to somewhere in deep space.
But he says little about his wife and his children. Written with humor and reflective musings, nimoy delivers a great story of how he and the character he plays, spock, became one. I am spock is a beautiful recollection of leonard nimoy s time with star trek, with brief commentary on his other directorial work. Mar 02, 2018 i am spock is an autobiography by leonard nimoy. I am not spock leonard nimoy 19312015 pictures cbs news. Little did they know that their next roles as spock and captain kirk, in a new sciencefiction television series, would shape their lives in ways no one could have anticipated. Its truly fascinating pun entirely intended to hear his perspective of the history of the franchise. Leonard nimoy tells of his reactions to the many aspects of spock, the struggle within himself, and the final acceptance of the mixed blessings epub the alien brought to. Listen to i am spock audiobook by leonard nimoy, narrated by leonard nimoy. Listen to i am spock audiobook by leonard nimoy free 30day. Leonard nimoy, who popularised the gesture in his role as mr.
I am not spock by leonard nimoy 1976, paperback for sale. He was known for playing spock in the star trek franchise, a character he portrayed in television and film for almost fifty years, from a pilot episode shot in late 1964 to his final film performance in 20. The books title was a reference to the first volume of his autobiography, i am not. The lost empire, and the computer game civilization iv. Leonard nimoy was promised spock could have an operation if he hated the ears february 27, 2018 11.
Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. More i think its my adventure, my trip, my journey, and i guess my attitude is, let the chips fall where they may. He is very intelligent, he has an absolutely gorgeous humour and he is a brilliant actor, author, director and photographer. I am spock by leonard nimoy 1995, hardcover for sale. In 1975, when he was embarking on a poststar trek career, nimoy published an autobiography. Actors, biography, star trek films, star trek television program, star trek. He says a little about his childhood and his parents, he says something about his first years as an actor prior to star trek in 1966, and he says a good deal about his acting and directing subsequent to star treks first three years. He says a little about his childhood and his parents, he says something about his first years as an actor prior to star trek in 1966, and he. Start a free 30day trial today and get your first audiobook. Few actors are as inextricably associated with one role as leonard nimoy is with star treks mr. The next generation, but made a more substantial contribution in j.
I am spock audiobook by leonard nimoy 9781423358374. He also provided voice overs for movies, television series, and computer games including the ancient mysteries series on the history channel, transformers. Its truly fascinating pun entirely intended to hear his perspective of the. He was best known for playing the character of spock on star trek, an american television series that ran for three seasons from. Little did they know that their next roles as spock and captain kirk, in a new science. We sell great books at great prices with super fast shipping and free tracking. Spock in the cult television series that launched the star trek phenomenon. I only wish there was an unabridged version of this book.
Feb 27, 2015 leonard nimoy, who popularised the gesture in his role as mr. Then a curious personality change begins to take place, as spock is overcome with giddy delight and q begins to act serious, even logical. I am spock by leonard nimoy 2014, mp3 cd, abridged for sale. Listen to unlimited audiobooks on the web, ipad, iphone and android. Get 50% off this audiobook at the audiobooksnow online audio book store and download or stream it right to your computer, smartphone or tablet. In it, he wrote as an entertainer, starting with his early schoolage acting roles. As it is written as a dialogue between spock and leonard nimoy, it takes some getting used to but it does give some. This book gives the reader a behind the scenes look into the original star trek series and how it developed. I am not spock is an excellent book with the views of mr. As the title suggests, the book focuses on nimoys involvement. Plus, youll get an additional audiobook per month after trial. William shatner remembers his friend leonard nimoy in new book. Listen free to leonard nimoy the best of leonard nimoy. I am not a particular star trek fan and i did not know the history of the i am not spock story which is a focus of the early part of the book.
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