King Kong
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Introduction by Greg Bear
Preface by Mark Cotta Vaz The giant prehistoric gorilla King Kong is one of the most recognized images in our culture. So great is the mighty Kong's hold on the popular imagination that his story-a gripping yarn of man versus nature, coupled with a fantastical update of the Beauty and the Beast legend-has been thrice made into a motion picture (most recently in 2005) and referenced endlessly in every medium, from books to prime-time sitcoms. Beneath King Kong's cultural significance, however, is a tense and surprisingly tender story. One cannot help but be frightened by Kong's uncontrollable fury, be saddened over the giant's capture, mistreatment, and exploitation by venal showmen, or sympathize with the beast's ill-fated affection for the down-on-her-luck starlet Ann Darrow. This Modern Library edition of a true colossus among adventure stories is reprinted from the original 1932 novelization of the movie script, and includes a Preface by Mark Cotta Vaz, the preeminent biographer of Merian C. Cooper, producer of the original 1933 classic film.
Preface by Mark Cotta Vaz The giant prehistoric gorilla King Kong is one of the most recognized images in our culture. So great is the mighty Kong's hold on the popular imagination that his story-a gripping yarn of man versus nature, coupled with a fantastical update of the Beauty and the Beast legend-has been thrice made into a motion picture (most recently in 2005) and referenced endlessly in every medium, from books to prime-time sitcoms. Beneath King Kong's cultural significance, however, is a tense and surprisingly tender story. One cannot help but be frightened by Kong's uncontrollable fury, be saddened over the giant's capture, mistreatment, and exploitation by venal showmen, or sympathize with the beast's ill-fated affection for the down-on-her-luck starlet Ann Darrow. This Modern Library edition of a true colossus among adventure stories is reprinted from the original 1932 novelization of the movie script, and includes a Preface by Mark Cotta Vaz, the preeminent biographer of Merian C. Cooper, producer of the original 1933 classic film.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:081297493X
ISBN13:9780812974935
Release Date:August 2005
Publisher:Modern Library
Length:176 Pages
Weight:0.35 lbs.
Dimensions:0.5" x 5.3" x 8.0"
Customer Reviews
5 ratings
KIng Kong
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
Do you love giant gorillas? If you do I have a book for you. I think King Kong should be an award winning book.I love it and if you read it I think you will love it too.The book is about three characters Ann, Denhan, and Weston. But, I can't forget the mighty King Kong. I'm not going to give you all the information but do you know how King Kong gets in and out of the ship and into the town? Read to find out - ages 7 through adult. By Daria
The Original King Kong A Real Page Turner!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
I just finished reading the original "King Kong" novelization by Delos Lovelace, and I have to say it was very entertaining. Very similar to the 1933 film, the book takes the reader to Skull Island in the Southwest Pacific along with Carl Denham, Ann Darrow, and Jack Driscoll. Although Denham is looking to make a movie using Darrow as his starlet, they get more than they bargained for when they encounter Kong and the prehistoric inhabitants of the Skull Island jungle. Although some of the language in the book may seem somewhat dated, I thought the book was more entertaining than most of the books I've read recently. A real page turner as the phrase was originally intended. Probably influenced by Arthur Conan Doyle's "The Lost World," "King Kong" is a story that will hold your interest all the way through. I give it 5 stars. And now to see the 2005 remake...
A great Classic
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
I've never read a king kong book before, and i have to say i was really impressed. This book started out a little "pathetic" but got a lot better towards the middle. THere eventually is a lot of action at a Place called Skull Island where they incounter the beast King Kong. THe story takes place here most of the story. Although the beggining stunk(bad) it really got better. I can't infasize this enough. I'm really suprised this book hasn't gotten the attention that it should get by today's youth. Beggining. 2 out of 5 middle. 5 out of 5 End 4 out of 5
Great!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
I have always loved King Kong and this novelization of the film is wonderful. It captures the true essence of King Kong. Considering that King Kong was not origanially a book, the author did a great job with the book. Highly recomended book for those of you out there are huge King Kong fans like myself.
fascinating,romantic,movie-like,
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
I would like to know whether this book has already been translated and publlished in Japan. If it's coming in near future, when and which publisher.Thank you. (I have sent 2 other. I skipped my name then)
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