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Updated HAUNTED WORLD OF MARIO BAVA by Troy Howarth due in 2014
I'm a huge supporter of digital books - for comics and graphic novels I actually find it superior to hard copies in terms of image quality on the iPad.
But a fair amount of people don't own digital readers or want to read a whole book on a computer or phone screen.
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I wish Lucas would release a stripped down version of his book that focuses just on the main films he directed. I do love his book but there's a lot of it that I tend to gloss over, all the Sword and Sandal flicks that he contributed to, most of them I have no real interest in and will probably never see. (Although I do love ERIK THE CONQUER and HERCULES IN THE HAUNTED WORLD)
But at times it seems like if Bava even stepped one foot on a set it's whole production history is included in the book. In that regard it's great as an overall history of Italian cinema at that time but if you just want to get to Bava's meat and potatoes then there is a lot of mostaccioli to wade through."When I die, I hope to go to Accra"
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Originally posted by Horace Cordier View PostBut a fair amount of people don't own digital readers or want to read a whole book on a computer or phone screen.
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Originally posted by Scott View PostI wish Lucas would release a stripped down version of his book that focuses just on the main films he directed. I do love his book but there's a lot of it that I tend to gloss over, all the Sword and Sandal flicks that he contributed to, most of them I have no real interest in and will probably never see. (Although I do love ERIK THE CONQUER and HERCULES IN THE HAUNTED WORLD)
But at times it seems like if Bava even stepped one foot on a set it's whole production history is included in the book. In that regard it's great as an overall history of Italian cinema at that time but if you just want to get to Bava's meat and potatoes then there is a lot of mostaccioli to wade through.
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It's not for the casual reader, that's for sure. I consider Bava to be one of my favorite directors, if not THE favorite. But there's huge swaths of it that completely disinterest me. Beautiful book, it's a boutique piece of pop art unto itself. But if it's not for me, as someone who loves the films of Mario Bava, than who IS it for?
It's girth (physical and content) makes it nearly impenetrable. And Tim spelled my middle name wrong in "thanks" and the cover is ugly."When I die, I hope to go to Accra"
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Updated HAUNTED WORLD OF MARIO BAVA by Troy Howarth due in 2014
Originally posted by Scott View PostIt's not for the casual reader, that's for sure. I consider Bava to be one of my favorite directors, if not THE favorite. But there's huge swaths of it that completely disinterest me. Beautiful book, it's a boutique piece of pop art unto itself. But if it's not for me, as someone who loves the films of Mario Bava, than who IS it for?
It's girth (physical and content) makes it nearly impenetrable. And Tim spelled my middle name wrong in "thanks" and the cover is ugly.
I just read 2 very good bios - one on Eisenhower that was in the 1000 page range and one on Lee Marvin that was a more typical 200 page range. Neither spent a fraction of time on their subject's childhoods for example. And stuff like hyper-detailed production histories of films with minor involvement from the book's subject could turn into a huge slog.
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Updated HAUNTED WORLD OF MARIO BAVA by Troy Howarth due in 2014
Troy has just announced a new Barbara Steele interview for the new edition. He's also running a contest for a free copy of the WHIP AND THE BODY Blu ray on his Haunted World Of Mario Bava Facebook page.
Troy will also be signing copies of the book at the upcoming Monster Bash Convention. Scroll to the bottom of the page for Troy's info.
http://www.monsterbashnews.com/bashdealers.htmlLast edited by Horace Cordier; 12-04-2013, 11:24 PM.
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In the breathless style of Herr Jane!
From Troy Howarth and Midnight Media...
Press release!
I am proud to announce that my book will premiere at THE MONSTER BASH and I look forward to the "meet and greet" and personally autographing the hot-off-the-presses first copies of my book. This will be perhaps the book event of the year and I am anxious to meet all the Mario Bava and Euro Horror fans attending the show. Please stop by the table, if even to chat. And if you decide to purchase a book, all the better. I will be selling the book for $35, which is $5 off the cover price... an autograph will be provided upon request, free of charge. I look forward to meeting some of you there - and those who can't come, feel free to order through MIDNIGHT MARQUEE PRESS | BOOKS It will also eventually be available on Amazon and its affiliates, as well.
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?f...type=3&theater
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?f...type=3&theater
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You might want to link the Monster Bash page too (even if it is an eye sore).
http://www.monsterbashnews.com/bashOctober.htmlRock! Shock! Pop!
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"The Haunted World of Mario Bava will be available June 10th. You can order a copy through Midnight Marquee Press directly for $35... or if you are planning to attend the Monster Bash in Mars, PA on the weekend of June 20th, you can buy one from me directly there. The order link is now live at the Midnight Marquee website... that is www.midmar.com Please note that the cover price increased to $45 due to the added expense of color, etc - but never fear, you will be able to get it at a cheaper rate through the website. European customers, please note: more affordable shipping rates will be available when the book is available for order on Amazon; I will make note of this when the time comes. Any of my European friends who are anxious to order and are not able to shell out for the overseas shipping, drop me a line and we can discuss some options... I look forward to seeing some of you the weekend of June 20th and anybody who orders, feel free to share pics of your book when it is finally in hand... I hope you all enjoy it!"
Rock! Shock! Pop!
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