When death strikes unexpectedly and unfulfilled potential is nipped in the bud, that's when myths are made. This stunningly illustrated book brings a tribute to the lives and work of more than 100 international 20th century celebrities who went before their time. From Judy Garland, Keith Haring and Eva Per n to James Dean, Florence Griffith and JFK all the monarchs, politicians, activists, entertainers, artists and sportsmen in this book had two things in common: they inspired multiple nations during their lives and attained immortality by dying too