A COMPANION TO LITERATURE, FILM, AND ADAPTION

• Other Authors: Cartmell, Deborah (Editor)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Chichester, West Sussex, UK Wiley-Blackwell 2012; ©2012
• Subjects: Film adaptations > History and criticism; Television adaptations > History and criticism; English literature > Adaptations; American literature > Adaptations; Motion pictures and literature; Television and literature
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• Physical Description: xiii, 433 pages illustrations 25 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references.
• ISBN: 9781444334975

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.