Sea Power in its Relations to the War of 1812 (Volume 2) - Couverture souple

M Stearns, Myron

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9374594242 ISBN 13 : 9789374594247

Editeur : Alpha Edition, 2025

Synopsis

A shaft of sunlight cuts across a silent stage, illuminating the faces of directors, actors, and crew as they conjure a new world from shadows and silver nitrate. In the midst of the silent film era, when Hollywood was still raw with promise and uncertainty, the birth of cinema unfolded not in the glare of celebrity but in the quiet, painstaking craft of those behind the scenes. This book captures the atmosphere and urgency of early Hollywood history, offering an intimate perspective on the filmmaking pioneers whose ingenuity and ambition shaped the origins of the movie industry. Through vivid anecdotes and firsthand accounts, it reveals the intricate filmmaking process of the 1920s, from the technical marvels of film production to the daily realities and challenges faced by those who brought motion pictures to life. With an unvarnished eye, the narrative explores the evolution of cinema, tracing the development of storytelling, technology, and artistry that defined the era. The reader is drawn into the world of early cinema insights, where each frame was a leap into the unknown and every decision could alter the course of a film's success or failure. The stories shared here are not merely about the glamour of Hollywood, but about the relentless pursuit of innovation and the collective spirit that drove the history of moviemaking. Behind the scenes, the book uncovers the human stories-moments of triumph, frustration, and creativity-that made the early days of film both exhilarating and unpredictable. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure. For readers fascinated by the roots of cinema, as well as collectors seeking a genuine piece of film history, this volume offers an enduring window into the heart and soul of Hollywood's formative years.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Alpha Edition
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9374594242
• ISBN 13: 9789374594247
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 118
• Coordonnées du fabricant: EDITIONS GALLIMARD; ufficio.anagrafiche@meli.it; ; Via Verdi, 8.; Assago Milano; 20090; Italie