Chronology of the Birth of Cinema 1833-1896
- 200 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Beginning in 1833 with optical toys, this comprehensive account chronicles the evolution of cinema up to 1896, the first full year of projected moving pictures. It offers a vivid and detailed exploration of the diverse ideas, inventions, and personalities that contributed to the establishment of cinema as a dominant visual medium. By correcting longstanding misconceptions and drawing from international sources, this indexed reference serves both as a scholarly resource and a foundation for further research into early cinema's rich history.