An Illustrated History of the Horror Film [First Edition]

Clarens, Carlos

Published by G. P. Putnam's Sons, 200 Madison Avenue, New York, 1967

About this Item

Rare first printing indicated by G. P. Putnam with no additional printings at copyright page. Date code 6704 at front flap of wrapper Copyright 1967 by Carlos Clarens. Foggy grey full cloth boards, bold black spine titles, light shelf wear. Thick heavy stock pages near fine. Several large photo-plate sections utilizing the author's collection of stills from the best classic horror films. Bind fine, square; hinges intact. Rare original pictorial dust wrapper, fine; unclipped 6.95, protected in new clear sleeve. Rare near fine first edition in same original wrapper. Contents: "Foreword; 1. THE WIZARD OF MONTREUIL - Paris, 1895-1913; 2. DOUBLES, DEMONS, AND THE DEVIL HIMSELF - Germany, 1913-1932; 3. A SILENT CONSPIRACY OF TERROR - America, 1900-1928; 4. CHILDREN OF THE NIGHT - Hollywood, 1928-1947; 5. THE DEAD NEXT DOOR; 6. HORROR, THE SOUL OF THE PLOT; 7. 'KEEP WATCHING THE SKY'; 8. HORROR AROUND THE WORLD; 9. NO END TITLES; Appendix: Cast and Credits of Relevant Films Mentioned in the Text; and, an Index." Printed in the United States of America. 256 pages. Insured post. Size: 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" Tall.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: An Illustrated History of the Horror Film [First Edition]
• Publisher: G. P. Putnam's Sons, 200 Madison Avenue, New York
• Publication Date: 1967
• Binding: Hard Cover
• Edition: First Edition.
• Condition: Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Fine