Arnold Schwarzenegger : a Portrait

Biography & Memoir

George Butler’s Arnold Schwarzenegger: a Portrait offers a sweeping, photo-rich biography of the bodybuilding champion turned global movie star. First released in 1991, this oversized first edition traces Schwarzenegger’s climb from Austrian army barracks to Mr. Olympia dominance and Hollywood stardom.

Packed with 160 pages of rare, large-format images, the book pairs Butler’s candid shots with concise narrative that captures the charisma and drive that redefined both fitness culture and action cinema. Young adults and nostalgic fans alike will appreciate the visual storytelling that made Butler’s documentaries iconic.

This sturdy trade paperback shows only gentle cover wear and a faint edge mark; pages remain crisp, unmarked, and firmly bound—ready for display or gifting without worry of tears or notes. At 27 oz and a generous 12 by 9 inches, it sits handsomely on a coffee table or collector’s shelf.

Collectors seeking a clean first edition of an Arnold Schwarzenegger biography will find Simon & Schuster’s illustrated release both affordable and display-worthy. Secure yours now to own a piece of entertainment and bodybuilding history.