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Leonard

My Fifty-Year Friendship with a Remarkable Man

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Leonard

By: William Shatner
Narrated by: William Shatner
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Leonard Nimoy and William Shatner first crossed paths as actors on the set of The Man from U.N.C.L.E. Little did they know that their next roles, in a new science-fiction television series called Star Trek, would shape their lives in ways no one could have anticipated.

In 79 television episodes and six feature films, they grew to know each other more than most friends could ever imagine.

Over the course of half a century, Shatner and Nimoy saw each other through personal and professional highs and lows. In this powerfully emotional book, Shatner tells the story of a man who was his friend for five decades, recounting anecdotes and untold stories of their lives on and off set as well as gathering stories from others who knew Nimoy well, to present a full picture of a rich life.

As much a biography of Nimoy as a story of their friendship, Leonard is a uniquely heartfelt book written by one legendary actor in celebration of another.

Read aloud by William Shatner, this audiobook is a deeply felt tribute to friendship.

©2016 William Shatner (P)2016 Macmillan Audio
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I didn't expect to enjoy this book as much as I did.
I was curious about Leonard Nimoy's life, but hadn't really realised about any friendship or tensions between Shatner and Nimoy. There seem to be some scathing comments about Shatner from former Star Trek colleagues, but he comes across as sincere and earnest in his respect for his long standing friend and colleague 'Spock'. I grew to like both Nimoy and Shatner, especially Shatner's very relaxed, ambling style of narration.
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Fascinating!

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This is a lovely book about a friend and their memories.
I recommend any one to read this book .

leonard

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wow his voice is amazing. William Shatners love for Leonard comes through every word . I loved every minute of it

the best I've ever listened too

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Excellent first audio book. Shatters velvet delivery is great. The way the history is put together is good and keeps your interest
Will be looking out for more of his work.

Fascinating

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I enjoyed hearing Bill’s voice and his narration style was perfectly suited to this genre

Great stories about heart warming friendships

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Heart rending thoughts on the death of a very special friend. Thank you for sharing them.

The Shatman does it again!

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Wasn't sure what to expect but I just wanted more and now want to hear nemoy's audio stories

Nemoy/spock from kirk/shatner a fitting trubute

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great insight into two legends lives well worth a read. only problem it does mention afew of the same things in William shatner book.

a legend

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What did you like most about Leonard?

William Shatner is actually quite an accomplished straight to the heart writer. And in writing and reciting the emotional bonds between himself and Leonard Nimoy, this isn't some cynical cash in upon their friendship. This is indeed a loving testament and epitaph to the 50 year association that they were luckily enough to share and enjoy right from their first teaming up upon Star Trek. It's therefore a great pity that some fellow cast members of Star Trek could never quite see what Leonard Nimoy undoubtedly did from the start. That acting ego's are often born out of insecurities. And that William Shatner's saving grace away from the fragile spotlight was always going to be his self mocking sense of humour and an admission and an open willingness to see the other side of the story if for some reason he had become blind sided to it. So all I can say is this: Even if you're not a Star Trek fan, than just revel in this very human experience of a life affirming man sharing his virtually life long friendship to another man his life now utterly misses.

What other book might you compare Leonard to, and why?

Star Trek Memories. Obvious reasons

Have you listened to any of William Shatner’s other performances? How does this one compare?

Yes - Always draws you in.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Just the gaps that our left in your own life, when a good part of your life leaves.

Any additional comments?

A good listen that's good in quantifying any expression of a deep friendship. And how good friendships should be cherished and not allowed to become passing ships in the night.

A genuine affection.

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A look into the life of an outstanding actor, brilliantly done and told by shatner

An Interesting Viewpoint

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