Alpha Encyclopedia of Cinema. - Lot 123

Alpha Encyclopedia of Cinema. Paris, Grammont, 1978. 11 in-4 volumes, with illustrated hardcover bindings by the publisher. A major encyclopedia devoted to the history and various forms of the seventh art, published in the late 1970s, at a time when the study of cinema was experiencing a considerable boom among both the general public and the academic community. Conceived as a comprehensive thematic overview, this encyclopedia covers all the genres, trends, national schools, directors, actors, and aesthetic movements that have shaped the history of cinema since its origins. Each volume is devoted to a specific theme: romantic cinema, fantasy and horror, historical cinema, Westerns, crime films, auteur cinema, popular cinema, animation, major stars, and national cinematographies. Together, the series offers a panoramic view of the evolution of cinematic language in the 20th century. Richly illustrated with black-and-white and color photographs, posters, promotional materials, portraits of actors, and reproductions of famous scenes, this encyclopedia serves as a particularly representative account of how the history of cinema was presented to the public in the late 1970s. The numerous articles written by specialists cover the artistic, technical, and historical aspects of global film production. With its abundant illustrations and meticulous presentation, this publication remains a delightful reference work for film enthusiasts, collectors of illustrated books, and lovers of cultural history. Complete set of 11 volumes preserved in their original publisher’s paperboard covers. Covers in fine condition. Pages fresh and well-preserved. A major illustrated encyclopedia offering a broad overview of the history of world cinema, richly documented and abundantly illustrated.