Knowing Fear Science, Knowledge and the Development of the Horror Genre |
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| Author:
| Colavito, Jason |
| ISBN: | 978-0-7864-3273-8 |
| Publication Date: | Nov 2007 |
| Publisher: | McFarland & Company, Incorporated Publishers
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $39.95USD $4.00 |
Book Description:
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Tracing the development of horror entertainment since the late 18th century, this study argues that scientific discovery, technological progress, and knowledge in general have played an unparalleled role in influencing the evolution of horror. It also outlines a loose framework defining several distinct periods in horror development.
Tracing the development of horror entertainment since the late 18th century, this study argues that scientific discovery, technological progress, and knowledge in general have played an unparalleled role in influencing the evolution of horror. It also outlines a loose framework defining several distinct periods in horror development.