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Mr. Strangelove: A Biography of Peter Sellers

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Mr. Strangelove: A Biography of Peter Sellers

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Peter Sellers was one of the most gifted and versatile actors of his generation. He was equally adept at comedy and drama, and he could play a wide range of characters, from the bumbling Inspector Clouseau to the sinister Dr. Strangelove.

Sellers was born in Southsea, England, in 1925. His father was a vaudeville performer, and his mother was a pianist. Sellers began performing at a young age, and he made his professional debut at the age of 17.

Sellers' early career was spent in radio and television. He starred in a number of popular comedy shows, including "The Goon Show" and "The Peter Sellers Show."

In 1957, Sellers made his film debut in "The Ladykillers." He went on to star in a number of classic films, including "Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb" (1964),"The Pink Panther" (1963),and "Being There" (1979).

Sellers was a brilliant actor, but he was also a troubled man. He struggled with depression and addiction, and he was often difficult to work with.

Sellers died in 1980 at the age of 54. He left behind a legacy of great films and television shows, and he is considered one of the greatest actors of all time.

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The book covers all aspects of Sellers' life, from his early years in England to his rise to stardom in Hollywood. It also delves into his personal life, including his marriages, his struggles with depression and addiction, and his untimely death.

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