Items related to Theatre to Cinema: Stage Pictorialism and the Early...
This is the first book-length study for nearly fifty years of the relations between early cinema and nineteenth-century theatre. Incorporating the results of recent reconsiderations of early cinema, Brewster explores what features of nineteenth-century theatre early film-makers borrowed or adapted, and the ways specific characteristics of cinema inflected these borrowings. Theatre to Cinema is a seminal work which will profoundly alter our understanding of early cinema.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author:
Benjamin Robert Brewster is Assistant Director of the Center for Film and Theater Research. Lea Jacobs is Associate Professor in Department of Communication Arts at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Review:
`a revealing approach for actors, on stage and in the movies.'
Bibliographic Selection, International Theatre Informatin No 60 1999
`Well-researched and illustrated.'
J. Belton, CHOICE
Bibliographic Selection, International Theatre Informatin No 60 1999
`Well-researched and illustrated.'
J. Belton, CHOICE
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherOxford University Press
- Publication date1998
- ISBN 10 0198159501
- ISBN 13 9780198159506
- BindingPaperback
- Edition number1
- Number of pages256
Buy New
Learn more about this copy
US$ 52.38
Shipping:
US$ 4.00
Within U.S.A.
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
Theatre to Cinema: Stage Pictorialism and the Early Feature Film
Published by
Oxford University Press
(1998)
ISBN 10: 0198159501
ISBN 13: 9780198159506
Used
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Acceptable. Connecting readers with great books since 1972. Used textbooks may not include companion materials such as access codes, etc. May have condition issues including wear and notes/highlighting. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!. Seller Inventory # S_334778811
Buy Used
US$ 7.99
Convert currency
Stock Image
Theatre to Cinema: Stage Pictorialism and the Early Feature Film
Published by
Oxford University Press
(1998)
ISBN 10: 0198159501
ISBN 13: 9780198159506
Used
paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description paperback. Condition: Acceptable. This is a damaged book. May be ex-library, water-damaged, or spine creased/broken. Acceptable, Reading copy only, with writing/markings and heavy wear. Standard-sized. Seller Inventory # mon0000221332
Buy Used
US$ 8.40
Convert currency
Stock Image
Theatre to Cinema: Stage Pictorialism and the Early Feature Film
Published by
Oxford University Press
(1998)
ISBN 10: 0198159501
ISBN 13: 9780198159506
Used
Softcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Good. SHIPS FROM USA. Used books have different signs of use and do not include supplemental materials such as CDs, Dvds, Access Codes, charts or any other extra material. All used books might have various degrees of writing, highliting and wear and tear and possibly be an ex-library with the usual stickers and stamps. Dust Jackets are not guaranteed and when still present, they will have various degrees of tear and damage. All images are Stock Photos, not of the actual item. book. Seller Inventory # 0198159501-R
Buy Used
US$ 14.41
Convert currency
Stock Image
Theatre to Cinema: Stage Pictorialism and the Early Feature Film
Published by
Oxford University Press
(1998)
ISBN 10: 0198159501
ISBN 13: 9780198159506
Used
Softcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Fair. Buy with confidence! Book is in acceptable condition with wear to the pages, binding, and some marks within 1.43. Seller Inventory # bk0198159501xvz189zvxacp
Buy Used
US$ 14.69
Convert currency
Stock Image
Theatre to Cinema: Stage Pictorialism and the Early Feature Film
Published by
Oxford University Press
(1998)
ISBN 10: 0198159501
ISBN 13: 9780198159506
Used
Softcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Good. Book is in Used-Good condition. Pages and cover are clean and intact. Used items may not include supplementary materials such as CDs or access codes. May show signs of minor shelf wear and contain limited notes and highlighting. 1.43. Seller Inventory # 0198159501-2-4
Buy Used
US$ 14.83
Convert currency
Stock Image
Theatre to Cinema: Stage Pictorialism and the Early Feature Film
Published by
Oxford University Press
(1998)
ISBN 10: 0198159501
ISBN 13: 9780198159506
Used
paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description paperback. Condition: Good. The book is nice and 100% readable, but the book has visible wear which may include stains, scuffs, scratches, folded edges, sticker glue, torn on front page,highlighting, notes, and worn corners. Seller Inventory # 4JQO8Z0050D7
Buy Used
US$ 10.88
Convert currency
Stock Image
Theatre To Cinema: Stage Pictorialism and the Early Feature Film
Published by
Oxford University Press
(1998)
ISBN 10: 0198159501
ISBN 13: 9780198159506
Used
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR007240312
Buy Used
US$ 9.80
Convert currency
Stock Image
Theatre to Cinema: Stage Pictorialism and the Early Feature Film
Published by
Brand: Oxford University Press, USA
(1998)
ISBN 10: 0198159501
ISBN 13: 9780198159506
Used
Softcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Softcover. Condition: Good. This is the first book-length study for nearly fifty years of the relations between early cinema and nineteenth-century theatre. Incorporating the results of recent reconsiderations of early cinema, Brewster explores what features of nineteenth-century theatre early film-makers borrowed or adapted, and the ways specific characteristics of cinema inflected these borrowings. Theatre to Cinema is a seminal work which will profoundly alter our understanding of early cinema. Seller Inventory # SONG0198159501
Buy Used
US$ 17.17
Convert currency
Stock Image
Theatre to Cinema : Stage Pictorialism and the Early Feature Film
Published by
Oxford University Press, Incorporated
(1998)
ISBN 10: 0198159501
ISBN 13: 9780198159506
Used
Softcover
Quantity: 3
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Good. Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # 9145173-6
Buy Used
US$ 8.40
Convert currency
Stock Image
Theatre to Cinema : Stage Pictorialism and the Early Feature Film
Published by
Oxford University Press, Incorporated
(1998)
ISBN 10: 0198159501
ISBN 13: 9780198159506
Used
Softcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Very Good. Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects. Seller Inventory # 46463176-75
Buy Used
US$ 8.40
Convert currency