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History of the American Cinema - The Transformation of Cinema, 1907-1915 (History of the American Cinema)
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Good starting point if you want a title that settles into its lane quickly. A stronger fit when you want a stronger opening signal than generic alternatives.
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From the edition on hand, History of the American Cinema - The Transformation of Cinema, 1907-1915 (History of the American Cinema) by Eileen Bowser feels like a practical or reference-style book built for dipping in and out. This edition lists 1990 • Charles Scribners Sons/Reference • 337 pages, which gives you a quick sense of scope and pace.
Edition on file: 1990 • Charles Scribners Sons/Reference • 337 pages • ISBN 9780684184142.
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Worth a look if you want a backlist title that still has a clear identity and use case.
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Low commitment. Best treated as a dip-in book you consult in short bursts.
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