Cinema on the Front Line by Chris Grosvenor

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Cinema on the Front Line offers the first comprehensive history and analysis of how British soldiers engaged with and were engaged by the medium of cinema during World War I. Utilizing extensive archival records and soldier testimony, the book offers a unique perspective on the cultural value and importance of cinema to the army during wartime.

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Cinema on the Front Line by Chris Grosvenor

Cinema on the Front Line offers the first comprehensive history and analysis of how British soldiers engaged with and were engaged by the medium of cinema during World War I. Utilizing extensive archival records and soldier testimony, the book offers a unique perspective on the cultural value and importance of cinema to the army during wartime.

Chris Grosvenor has a PhD in Film Studies from the University of Exeter and has published in several journals including Historical Journal of Film, Radio and Television. His research has been featured on ITV News and BBC Radio Devon.

Winner of the Philip M. Taylor IAMHIST-Routledge Prize for the Best Article by a New Scholar.

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ISBN 13 9781905816736
ISBN 10 1905816731
Title Cinema on the Front Line
Author Chris Grosvenor
Series Exeter Studies In Film History
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher University of Exeter Press
Year published 2021-10-29
Number of pages 256
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.