Thomas Renzi examines the major films adapted from H.G. Wells's most popular science fiction novels, among them The Invisible Man, The Island of Dr. Moreau, and The War of the Worlds. He considers a Wells story for its plot and themes and then compares it with the film or films adapted from it, gauging the degree to which each film has captured the author's intent.
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Thomas Renzi examines the major films adapted from H.G. Wells's most popular science fiction novels, among them The Invisible Man, The Island of Dr. Moreau, and The War of the Worlds. He considers a Wells story for its plot and themes and then compares it with the film or films adapted from it, gauging the degree to which each film has captured the author's intent.
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As New. 8vo-over 7¾-9¾" tall. 1st Printing. As new. Review copy with slip laid in. No jacket, as issued. No markings, no bookplate. Unread appearance suitable for gift-giving. Analysis of six motion pictures based on works by H.G. Wells: TIME MACHINE (George Pal), ISLAND OF LOST SOULS (Erle C. Kenton); INVISIBLE MAN (James Whale); WAR OF THE WORLDS (George Pal); THE FIRST MEN IN THE MOON (Nathan Juran); and FOOD OF THE GODS (Bert I. Gordon).
