Magic Shadows
The Story of the Origin of Motion PicturesBy Martin Quigley
Length7h 57m
About this audiobook
In "Magic Shadows," Martin Quigley artfully weaves a narrative that explores the intersection of illusion and reality through the lens of a forgotten era in cinema. Set against the backdrop of the early 20th century, Quigley's prose evokes a poetic yet haunting atmosphere, blending rich descriptive imagery with compelling character development. The book operates not only as a historical account but also as a philosophical meditation on the power of storytelling and the nature of belief'Äîexamining how shadowy figures behind the screen shape perceptions and lives. Martin Quigley, a seasoned writer and film historian, draws upon his extensive background in film studies and his passion for cinematography, having spent years immersed in the history of early filmmaking. His unique insight into the motion picture industry and its cultural implications informs every page of "Magic Shadows," creating an authentic reflection of the trials faced by creators during a time of immense technological change. I highly recommend "Magic Shadows" to enthusiasts of literature and cinema alike, as it offers a profound exploration of illusion within art. Quigley'Äôs ability to capture the essence of a bygone era, combined with thought-provoking themes, makes this work a compelling read for anyone interested in the delicate interplay between reality and the cinematic experience.
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GenreOther
Length7 hrs 57 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 5, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1FOREWORD
12X DR. PARIS’ TOY
2INTRODUCTION
13XI PLATEAU CREATES MOTION PICTURES
3IT STARTED WITH “A”
14XII THE BARON’S PROJECTOR
4II FRIAR BACON’S MAGIC
15XIII THE LANGENHEIMS OF PHILADELPHIA
5III DA VINCI’S CAMERA
16XIV MAREY AND MOVEMENT
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6IV PORTA, FIRST SCREEN SHOWMAN
17XV EDISON’S PEEP-SHOW
7V KEPLER AND THE STARS
18XVI FIRST STEPS
8VI KIRCHER’S 100th ART
19XVII WORLD PREMIERES
9VII POPULARIZING KIRCHER’S PROJECTOR
20Appendix I MAGIC SHADOWS A Descriptive Chronology
10VIII MUSSCHENBROEK AND MOTION
21Appendix II BIBLIOGRAPHY and Acknowledgements
11IX PHANTASMAGORIA
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