{"product_id":"9781035427918","title":"The Evolution of Horror A Terrifying Guide to Horror Movie History","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover the terrifying history of horror cinema in this wickedly entertaining guide.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdapted from the acclaimed podcast,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Evolution of Horror\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003etakes a deep dive into the history of cinema's darkest genre. Covering everything from silent films to modern masterpieces, author Mike Muncer breaks down eight key horror subgenres - including vampires, slashers, zombies and ghost stories - to explore the tropes, motifs, historical context and psychology behind why certain stories scare us so much.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach chapter includes reviews of a host of major movies and cult classics, from\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ePsycho\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eSinners\u003c\/i\u003e, plus a guide to the hallmarks of the subgenre and the legendary filmmakers who have mastered it. Stylishly illustrated throughout with stills, posters and stunning artworks by artist Mike Lee-Graham, this is a must-read guide to the eclectic, enthralling and deliciously macabre world of horror.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mike Muncer, Reece Shearsmith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50315492032869,"sku":"9781035427918","price":41.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.commonplaceingersoll.ca\/products\/9781035427918","provider":"Commonplace Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}