A Companion to Literature, Film, and Adaptation

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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

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Deborah Cartmell is Professor of English and Director ofthe Centre for Adaptations at De Montfort University, UK. A formerchair and founding member of the Association of Adaptation Studies,she is co-editor of two international journals Shakespeare and Adaptation. Her recent publicationsinclude Screen Adaptation: Jane Austen s Pride andPrejudice (2010) and, with Imelda Whelehan, Screen Adaptation:Impure Cinema (2010).

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August 22nd, 2014

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Edited by Deborah Cartmell

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448

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Blackwell Companions to Literature and Culture

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173x249x22

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9781118917534

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22535946

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