Early Film History

Essential to any introductory course in American film-making, Early Film History covers the invention of motion pictures through the post-World War II era. Written in an easy-to-read, conversational tone, this book will capture and maintain students' attention with the following features: Numerous high-quality photographs Extensive factual research Biographical information on influential visionaries Unique stories on pioneers in the industry A dedicated section on the sound revolution Early Film History tells the story of movie history as it evolved with technological changes and human experience. Contemporary Film History (ISBN 978-0-7575-7597-6) is a continuation of Early Film History, picking up in the 1950's and covering through the recent "Avatar" movie. To view this title, click here.