This biography of three generations of the De Mille family, including the epic Hollywood film-maker Cecil B.De Mille, traces their rise to prominence from theatrical origins in the 19th century to their later dominance in stage productions, film and dance. Many previously unpublished family photographs complement the study. Anne Edwards has written several books on the film industry which include biographies of Judy Garland, Katharine Hepburn, Vivien Leigh and Shirley Temple.