Peek inside the life and career of John Wayne, or "Duke, " in this amazingly detailed book, The Story of John Wayne. Read about his humble beginnings, his desire to join the military, be a football pro, and ultimately his rise to stardom in the Wild West movies of the 1940s, 50s, and 60s. It features a review of the top 10 Wayne movies for each decade and discusses how he became the star, how he got along with his co-stars and leading ladies. Additionally, included is information about Wayne's political influence and ambitions, his foray onto the small screen, and his diagnosis of incurable cancer.