The House of Horror: The Story of Hammer Films

Eyles, Allen; Adkinson, Robert; Fry, Nicholas

ISBN 10: 0856470201 / ISBN 13: 9780856470202

Published by Lorrimer Publishing, 1973

About this Item

Note front flaps have interior wear from tape / some tape attached - looks like it was a library copy and these are probably remnants of the protective sleeve they use. Otherwise some minor exterior wear and clean unmarked pages. 1974 UK printing. Copyright and first publication 1973 are printed in the book; this copy was advertised as a 1974 printing. Library markings and tape remnants are present.

Seller Inventory # EB267685772630

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The House of Horror: The Story of Hammer Films
• Publisher: Lorrimer Publishing
• Publication Date: 1973
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0856470201
• ISBN 13: 9780856470202
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Good

About this title

Synopsis

Hammer films remains one of the most successful and legendary of all British film companies. Their name is synonymous with gothic horror throughout the world.

'House of Horror' traces the complete history of Hammer, from its early origins through to its golden era of classic horror movies, and presents a comprehensive overview of Hammer's importance and influences in world cinema.

'House of Horror' includes interviews with Hammer stars Christopher Lee and Peter Cushing, detailed analysis of all Hammer's horror and fantasy films and their key directors, and dozens of rare and exciting photographs and posters. Plus a fully illustrated A-Z of key Hammer personnel from both sides of the camera, a directory of unfilmed projects, a complete filmography, and full film index. Third, expanded edition.