MARILYN AMONG FRIENDS

Photographer Shaw, a friend of Marilyn Monroe, captured many iconic images of her, including the famous billowing skirt shots from The Seven-Year Itch. His collection features 200 photographs—most unpublished—showing Marilyn at the makeup table, on the phone, on the beach, on set, and on the street, alongside stars like Bogart, Gable, DiMaggio, Miller, and her beloved basset hound Hugo. The accompanying text is affectionate yet somewhat pretentious, offering stories about her friends, husbands, and admirers, as well as imagined conversations and reflections from poet and playwright Rosten. Notably, the book avoids sensational tales of conspiracy theories or political intrigue, instead portraying Marilyn as a delicate, innocent figure—though some might find such descriptions overly poetic. Fans of Marilyn Monroe will likely find this collection and narrative especially appealing. Out of Print. Condition: Fine Minus. Bumped top corners with creases.  Tear at the top back corner with crease. Tear top back spine corner. Cover and edge wear.