A Companion to Literature, Film, and Adaptation (Paperback)

This is a comprehensive collection of original essays that explore the aesthetics, economics, and mechanics of movie adaptation, from the days of silent cinema to contemporary franchise phenomena. Featuring a range of theoretical approaches, and chapters on the historical, ideological and economic aspects of adaptation, the volume reflects today s acceptance of intertextuality as a vital and progressive cultural force. * Incorporates new research in adaptation studies * Features a chapter on the Harry Potter franchise, as well as other contemporary perspectives * Showcases work by leading Shakespeare adaptation scholars * Explores fascinating topics such as unfilmable texts * Includes detailed considerations of Ian McEwan s Atonement and Conrad s Heart of Darkness

General

Imprint:	John Wiley & Sons
Country of origin:	United States
Series:	Blackwell Companions to Literature and Culture
Release date:	August 2014
Editors:	Deborah Cartmell
Dimensions:	246 x 172 x 21mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	433
ISBN-13:	978-1-118-91753-4
Categories:	Books > Arts & Architecture > Performing arts > Television Books > Arts & Architecture > Performing arts > Films, cinema > General Books > Language & Literature > Literature: history & criticism > Literary studies > General
LSN:	1-118-91753-7
Barcode:	9781118917534

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