The Essential Jackie Chan Source Book

Jackie Chan-mania swept America when Rumble in the Bronx gave movie audiences a thrilling look at the athletic actor known for performing his own jaw-dropping stunts. The Essential Jackie Chan Sourcebook reveals everything you want to know about the dare-devil dynamo who is part Buster Keaton, part Bruce Lee, and a truly unique performer in his own right -- and whose devoted cult following is exploding into international stardom.
With straight talk about his rise from Hong Kong's hometown hero to Hollywood megastar, get to know the professional and persoanl Jackie Chan through
- His revealing biography
- A complete filmography -- from his early roles to the recent star vehicles Operation Condor and Thunderbolt
- His peak performance workout
- His Catalogue of Pain -- from concussions to broken bones -- and his many stunt work near misses
- His awards and accolades
- Up-to-the-minute internet news and fan club information
- And much more
Forget Stallone, Schwarzenegger and Van Damme. There's only one Jackie Chan -- and only one complete guide to the ultimate action film phenomenon

Author: Jeff Rovin
Publisher: Gallery Books
Published: 10/01/1997
Pages: 304
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.92lbs
Size: 9.06h x 6.06w x 0.75d
ISBN13: 9780671008437
ISBN10: 0671008439
BISAC Categories:
- Biography & Autobiography | Entertainment & Performing Arts
- Performing Arts | Film | Guides & Reviews
- Sports & Recreation | Martial Arts | General

About the Author
Jeff Rozin is the author of several novels and popular-culture nonfiction works,
including Back to the Bat Cave with Adam West. He lives in New York City