Encyclopedia of Monsters: The Great and Terrible Legends of Cinema
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"Fear is the oldest and most powerful of human emotions, and the oldest and most powerful fear is the fear of the unknown." — H. P. Lovecraft
Monsters don't appear out of nowhere. They are born from history, myth, scientific discovery, and human fear. Using twenty-five iconic films as examples, this volume explores their literary roots, artistic qualities, and the technical achievements that make them unforgettable.
How do H. P. Lovecraft, Mary Shelley, Alfred Hitchcock, and other masters of horror manage to frighten us through the ages?
You'll also find answers to other questions we're sure you'll find fascinating:
- What accident inspired Gaston Leroux to create "The Phantom of the Opera"?
- Why did the role of "Dracula" drain actor Bela Lugosi's life force?
- Who is the inspiration for the great Dr. Frankenstein?
- What challenges did the directors face while filming the adaptation of "The Invisible Man"?
- What tragic events occurred on the set of "The Exorcist"?
This terrifyingly beautiful deluxe edition, filled with full-color illustrations of cinema's most terrifying monsters, will captivate any fan of the genre!
The eerie leather-textured cover and blood-red ribbon will make your introduction to monsters of all kinds not only enjoyable but also convenient!
Discover the world of monsters—they might already be waiting for you!
Monsters don't appear out of nowhere. They are born from history, myth, scientific discovery, and human fear. Using twenty-five iconic films as examples, this volume explores their literary roots, artistic qualities, and the technical achievements that make them unforgettable.
How do H. P. Lovecraft, Mary Shelley, Alfred Hitchcock, and other masters of horror manage to frighten us through the ages?
You'll also find answers to other questions we're sure you'll find fascinating:
- What accident inspired Gaston Leroux to create "The Phantom of the Opera"?
- Why did the role of "Dracula" drain actor Bela Lugosi's life force?
- Who is the inspiration for the great Dr. Frankenstein?
- What challenges did the directors face while filming the adaptation of "The Invisible Man"?
- What tragic events occurred on the set of "The Exorcist"?
This terrifyingly beautiful deluxe edition, filled with full-color illustrations of cinema's most terrifying monsters, will captivate any fan of the genre!
The eerie leather-textured cover and blood-red ribbon will make your introduction to monsters of all kinds not only enjoyable but also convenient!
Discover the world of monsters—they might already be waiting for you!
See also:
- All books by the publisher
- All books by the author
- All books in the series Gift editions. Cinema
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