William Everson
American Silent Film
- ISBN 13:
- 9780306808760
- author:
- William Everson
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Hachette Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1998
- Pages:
- 472
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
American Silent Film by William K. Everson is a comprehensive history of American silent film, covering its development from nickelodeons in the early 1900s to the emergence of "talkies" in the late 1920s. The book provides detailed analysis of classic films such as The Birth of a Nation and Sunrise, exploring their technical and artistic merits. Everson also pays tribute to notable figures like D.W. Griffith, Charlie Chaplin, and Buster Keaton, while giving attention to lesser-known actors and directors. The book delves into various genres, including comedy, western gangster, and spectacle, as well as art direction, production design, lighting, and camera techniques. With over 150 film stills, this book offers a rich and detailed overview of the American silent film era, making it an invaluable resource for scholars, students, and film enthusiasts.
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