| The Encyclopedia of Novels Into Film Contributor(s): Tibbetts, John C. (Author), Welsh, James M. (Author), Wise, Robert (Foreword by) |
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ISBN: 0816063818 ISBN-13: 9780816063819 Publisher: Checkmark Books OUR PRICE: $22.46 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: July 2005 Annotation: Completely revised and updated, this engaging reference provides a comprehensive, in-depth look at more than 300 American and foreign novels and their film adaptations. This edition includes more than 30 all-new entries and numerous updates to cover new adaptations, as well as many new photographs. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Performing Arts | Film - History & Criticism - Performing Arts | Film - Reference |
| Dewey: 791.436 |
| LCCN: 2005014850 |
| Physical Information: 1.09" H x 8.44" W x 10.72" (3.12 lbs) 586 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Completely revised and updated, The Encyclopedia of Novels into Film, Second Edition provides a comprehensive, in-depth look at more than 300 American and foreign novels and their film adaptations. Edited and written by two renowned film scholars, with contributions from more than 70 top experts in the field, this engaging reference explores both the popular and lesser-known films that have come to define this genre. Covering both American and foreign films, each of the more than 300 illuminating entries provides an overview of the literary source and a critical assessment of its various film adaptations. This edition includes more than 30 all-new entries and numerous updates to cover new adaptations, as well as many new photographs. Providing an in-depth look at how books are selected for the silver screen, The Encyclopedia of Novels into Film, Second Edition is a fascinating study for anyone interested in film and literature. |