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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 Content: Chapter 1 Literary Adaptation in the Silent Era (pages 15–32): Judith Buchanan Chapter 2 Writing on the Silent Screen (pages 33–51): Gregory Robinson Chapter 3 Adaptation and Modernism (pages 52–69): Richard J. Hand Chapter 4 Sound Adaptation (pages 70–83): Deborah Cartmell Chapter 5 Adaptation and Intertextuality, or, What Isn't an Adaptation, and What does it Matter? (pages 85–104): Thomas Leitch Chapter

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Author

Cartmell, Deborah (editor)

Publisher

Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)

Published

2012

Language

EN

ISBN

9781299157521

Category

nonfiction

Subjects

Literary Criticism, History, Sports