Patrick Swayze: Still Inspiring!($21.42Value)

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"Thanks to Sue Tabashnik, the memory of someone as beautiful inside and out as Patrick Swayze will never fade." — Timothy Linh Bui, Director, Writer of Green Dragon and Powder Blue , Friend Nobody puts the Dirty Dancing , Ghost , Renaissance man, Hero in a corner! Patrick Swayze was more than a legendary performer of movies, dance, television shows, Broadway shows, and songs. He was also a family man, friend, trailblazer, dreamer, and an inspiration. This inspiring collection compiles memories, stories, and tributes from forty-four contributors . The contributors are colleagues in the entertainment industry, including actors, writers, directors, producers, dancers, and stunt staff, as well as friends, Arabian horse enthusiasts, and fans. Their stories will entertain and move you as they pay homage to a man who not only was an immensely talented performer, but who also was a man of character. Patrick lived a life in which he demonstrated courage in the face of adversity—time and time again—and showcased traditional values and beliefs such as loyalty, morality, and integrity. He battled pancreatic cancer with his "never-give-up" determination, courage, and grace that touched countless lives. He was an advocate for the performing arts, conservation, cancer diagnostic and treatment advances, and Arabian horses. Enjoy exclusive memories, stories, tributes, and behind-the-scenes memories from iconic movies such as Dirty Dancing, Ghost, Point Break, Road House, and North and South. Appreciate words from Patrick that are timeless and moving. View nineteen delightful and rarely-seen photos. Be inspired while you celebrate and honor Patrick. Help preserve Patrick's powerful legacy as an artist and a man of character and spirituality. Patrick was known to talk about the power of love in real life and in his movies Dirty Dancing and Ghost . He sums this up beautifully when he talks about his movie Three Wishes: "It's about the only thing we have is love . . . and that's all you take with you when you die." — Patrick Swayze, copyright 1995 by and used with permission of Us Weekly . WHO WOULD ENJOY THIS BOOK: Patrick Swayze fans: new and longtime 1980s and 90s Pop culture enthusiasts Current and aspiring filmmakers, actors, dancers, singers, songwriters Hollywood historians Arabian horse enthusiasts Anyone who likes an inspirational story Anyone who misses Patrick "It is inspiring for filmmakers like me that a great lady like Sue can keep the flame of Patrick's light alive as a beacon for the generations of actors yet to come. We must back her in her quest to keep the greatness of Patrick relevant in today's cynical world." — Joshua Sinclair, Friend and Colleague of Patrick Swayze, Director, Writer, Producer, Physician "Thanks to Sue Tabashnik, the memory of someone as beautiful inside and out as Patrick Swayze will never fade. You have given us all a gift to cherish and hold dear for years to come. I'm inspired. Let's go Swayze!!" —Timothy Linh Bui, Friend and Colleague of Patrick Swayze, Director, Writer, Producer "Thrilled to be mentioned, along with a 10 1/2 page interview. All about my friendship with Patrick's mother, Patsy; and telling of a few times when Buddy (Patrick) and I were together. I HIGHLY recommend this entertaining and informative read!" —Christopher Riordan, Friend of Patrick and Patsy Swayze, Dancer, Actor, Choreographer, Director "PATRICK SWAYZE: Still Inspiring! is an unabashed testimony to the actor's ongoing relevance and importance long after his death. It gathers memories, stories and tributes from the entertainment industry and those who participated in his life. Sue Tabashnik reveals, from the opening lines of her exploration, that: When I remember Patrick Swayze, the first thing I think of is not Johnny Castle, the sizzling dance instructor in Dirty Dancing ; Sam Wheat, the loving spirit in Ghost ; James Dalton, the Zen bouncer in Road House ; or Bodhi, the rogue skydiver and surfer in Point Break . What comes to mind, first and foremost, is what I hold most dear about Patrick: his strength of character and spirituality that still shine so bright. This comment sets the stage for chapters which delve into Patrick's life and impact through a diverse set of personal associations, from childhood friends to acting and beyond. The breadth of memories come from many walks of life and reflect Patrick's expansive interests, from Arabian horses to stage productions, movie-making, dance, and more. This paints an unrestrained portrait of the "Renaissance Man"'s creativity and ability to engage with life and individuals on many from many walks of life. Each individual contributes a different piece to the complex life of Swayze that highlights his personality, talents, and choices. Each reviews the many transformations Swayze undertook in his life and career, providing a full-bodied, admiring view of the man which goes beyond the typical coverages of h