Classic horror films and the literature that inspired them /
[Book]
Ron Backer
viii, 363 pages ;
23 cm
Includes bibliographical references and index
"This book examines 43 works of literature--from the famous to the obscure--that provided the basis for 62 horror films. Both the written works and the films are analyzed critically, with an emphasis on the symbiosis between the two. Background on the authors and their writings is provided"--
Horror films-- History and criticism
Horror tales, American-- 19th century-- History and criticism
Horror tales, American-- 20th century-- History and criticism
Horror tales, English-- 19th century-- History and criticism
Horror tales, English-- 20th century-- History and criticism