Soister, John T.
Universal '40s Monsters: A - Critical Commentary
- ISBN 13:
- 9781629336923
- author:
- Soister, John T.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- BearManor Media
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 798
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 4 centimetres (1.0
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Performing Arts, Film & Video,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Universal '40s Monsters: A Critical Commentary by John T. Soister offers an in-depth analysis of the iconic monsters and films from Universal's golden era of horror. This collection brings together a diverse range of creatures, including Frankenstein's monster, the Wolf Man, and a mummy searching for his lost love, as well as more unusual entities such as invisible intruders and ape women. The book also explores the lesser-known aspects of Universal's Shock Theater TV package, featuring a cast of characters that include crooks and spies. By examining these monsters and films, Soister provides a unique perspective on the Universal monster factory, which produced some of the most enduring horror classics of all time.