The Encyclopedia of Novels Into Film
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Book Overview
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.... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:081603317X
ISBN13:9780816033171
Release Date:January 1997
Publisher:Facts on File
Length:522 Pages
Weight:3.30 lbs.
Dimensions:1.2" x 8.7" x 11.3"
Customer Reviews
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A College Course in Literature
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
Generally, I am suspicious of "encyclopedias" of film because they tend to be superficial or boring. Not so with this big book. The authors begin by discussing a selected novel's plot, then assess the novel's strengths and weaknesses. After explaining the novel, the authors discuss whether the film was faithful to the novel - not only in the story but in mood and characterization. Of course, some will argue that "this movie should be included, that shouldn't." The book focuses on the most important novels OR the most important films based on novels. (For example, I loved the movie based on the novel, The Pearl, but this film is not generally available. Overall, it is a very interesting resource for literature or film courses. Don't be afraid to buy it.
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