Holy Smoke
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: G. Cabrera Infante
Binding: Hardback
Published: Faber & Faber., 1985
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Holy Smoke by G. Cabrera Infante presents a captivating and encyclopedic journey through the intertwined histories of cigars and cinema. This witty cultural study uncovers the profound impact of tobacco on film, from classic Hollywood to international productions, illustrating how the simple act of smoking became a powerful cinematic motif. Infante's distinctive prose details the rituals, myths, and personalities associated with both industries, offering a rich tapestry of anecdotes and observations. The narrative argues for the cigar's enduring presence as a symbol of power, sophistication, and rebellion on the silver screen, all delivered with a playful yet authoritative voice.
Author: G. Cabrera Infante
Binding: Hardback
Published: Faber & Faber., 1985
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Holy Smoke by G. Cabrera Infante presents a captivating and encyclopedic journey through the intertwined histories of cigars and cinema. This witty cultural study uncovers the profound impact of tobacco on film, from classic Hollywood to international productions, illustrating how the simple act of smoking became a powerful cinematic motif. Infante's distinctive prose details the rituals, myths, and personalities associated with both industries, offering a rich tapestry of anecdotes and observations. The narrative argues for the cigar's enduring presence as a symbol of power, sophistication, and rebellion on the silver screen, all delivered with a playful yet authoritative voice.