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Novel to Film

Paperback • 1996 • English

Novel to Film: An Introduction to the Theory of Adaptation

By Brian McFarlane

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About the book

This text looks at the way in which works of literature are transformed into the medium of cinema. Drawing upon recent literary and film theory, the book provides analysis of the theory and practice of metamorphosis. Films such as "Great Expectations" and "Cape Fear" provide case studies.

Biography, Literature and Literary studies

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9780198711506

Published year

1996

Language

English

Original title

Novel to Film

Format

Paperback

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