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But Have You Read the Book?
52 Literary Gems That Inspired Our Favorite Films
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But Have You Read the Book? is perfect for cinephiles, literature enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the relationship between books and their film adaptations. Ideal for those who love discovering behind-the-scenes insights into classic stories and enjoy exploring both mediums.
For film buffs and literature lovers alike, this is an essential guide to 52 great reads, and the cinema classics they inspired.
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For film buffs and literature lovers alike, Turner Classic Movies presents an essential guide to 52 cinema classics and the literary works that served as their inspiration.
"I love that movie!"
But have you read the book?
Within these pages, Turner Classic Movies offers an endlessly fascinating look at 52 beloved screen adaptations and the great reads that inspired them. Some films, like Clueless—Amy Heckerling's interpretation of Jane Austen's Emma—diverge wildly from the original source material, while others, like One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, shift the point of view to craft a different experience within the same story. Author Kristen Lopez explores just what makes these works classics of both the page and screen, and why each made for an exceptional adaptation—whether faithful to the book or exemplifying cinematic creative licence.
Other featured works include:
Children of Men, The Color Purple, Crazy Rich Asians, Dr. No, Dune, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, Kiss Me Deadly, The Last Picture Show, Little Women, Passing, The Princess Bride, The Shining, The Thin Man, True Grit, Valley of the Dolls, The Virgin Suicides, Wuthering Heights.
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Total Film praises the book as an engaging exploration of adaptations that span diverse stories like Frankenstein and Fight Club, noting the art of adaptation is a negotiation rather than simple fidelity. Shelf Awareness calls it a fun and handy guide for book and movie lovers alike. Ron Charles of The Washington Post describes it as an irresistible anthology for readers who also love films. MovieJawn regards it as a lovely guide to finding new favourite reads or watches, while other reviews appreciate its detailed comparison of stories and films, including actor credits and box office information.
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ISBN: 9780762480975
Publisher: Running Press,U.S.
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 06 April 2023
Country: United States
Imprint: Running Press Adult
Illustration: 30 two-color illustrations throughout
Audience: General / adult
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Spine width: 26.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 180.0mm
Weight: 480g
Pages: 240
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About the Author
Kristen Lopez is a pop culture essayist and TV editor for IndieWire. She has worked as an entertainment journalist for over 15 years, with her articles appearing at Variety, MTV, TCM, and Roger Ebert. A California native, Kristen was raised in a small suburb near Sacramento and graduated with a Masters in English from California State University, Sacramento. She is the creator of the classic film podcast, Ticklish Business. Based in Los Angeles, she enjoys reading and finding Old Hollywood connections in her neighborhood in her free time. But Have You Read the Book? is her first book.
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