Perspectives on Elmore Leonard: Conversations with Authors, Experts and Collaborators

Elmore Leonard's interviews cover his writing process, character development, and screen adaptations, highlighting his deceptively simple descriptive style that creates vivid images in the reader's mind. The collection discusses his 44 novels, including adaptations like Get Shorty, Out of Sight, and Jackie Brown.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 277 pages
Publication date: 30 July 2022
Publisher: McFarland & Co Inc

Elmore Leonard (1925-2013), an American crime novelist, is renowned for his distinctive and instantly recognizable writing style. This comprehensive collection of original interviews features fellow authors, filmmakers, collaborators, and critics who delve into various aspects of Leonard's work, encompassing everything from character analysis and dialogue to his numerous screen adaptations. What sets Leonard's writing apart from his contemporaries is his deceptively simple yet incredibly effective descriptive method, which vividly paints a vivid picture in the reader's mind. The unique perspectives in this collection explore numerous titles from Leonard's extensive bibliography, including those that have been adapted into television shows and motion pictures such as "Get Shorty," "Out of Sight," and "Jackie Brown."

Elmore Leonard, a renowned American crime novelist, left an indelible mark on the literary world with his unique and instantly recognizable voice. This comprehensive collection of original interviews features fellow authors, filmmakers, collaborators, and critics who explore various facets of Leonard's work, encompassing everything from character analysis and dialogue to his numerous screen adaptations.

What sets Leonard's writing apart is his deceptively simple yet incredibly effective descriptive method, which vividly paints a vivid picture in the reader's mind. The unique perspectives in this collection delve into numerous titles from Leonard's extensive bibliography, including those that have been adapted into television shows and motion pictures such as "Get Shorty," "Out of Sight," and "Jackie Brown."

Elmore Leonard's distinctive style and storytelling have left an enduring impact on the crime fiction genre, and his work continues to inspire and captivate readers worldwide. This collection of original interviews provides a valuable insight into the mind of a master storyteller, offering a deeper understanding of his creative process and the enduring legacy of his literary contributions.

Weight: 151g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781476680026