Screenwriting History, Theory and Practice

Steven Maras

Hardback (01 Mar 2009)

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Publisher's Synopsis

Working across contemporary histories of film and screenwriting, and US screenwriting manuals from the 1910s and 1920s, this volume breaks new ground in thinking about the nature of scripting, and how screenwriting took shape as a particular kind of practice.

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Columbia University Press

Columbia University Press seeks to enhance Columbia University's educational and research mission by publishing outstanding original works by scholars and other intellectuals that contribute to an understanding of global human concerns. The Press also reflects the importance of its location in New York City in its publishing programs. Through book, reference, electronic publishing, and distribution services, the Press broadens the university's international reputation.

Book information

ISBN:	9781905674824
Publisher:	Wallflower
Imprint:	Columbia University Press
Pub date:	01 Mar 2009
DEWEY:	808.23
DEWEY edition:	22
Language:	English
Number of pages:	227
Weight:	608g
Height:	234mm
Width:	161mm
Spine width:	23mm