Written by the author of "Postmodernism: The Cultural Logic of Late Capitalism", this book explores film and film culture through the relationship between the imaginative world on screen and the historical world onto which it is projected.

A comprehensive resource of key writings on early cinema, addressing filmmaking practice, film form, style and content, and the ways in which silent films were exhibited and understood by their audiences, from the beginnings of film in the late 19th century to the coming of sound in the late 1920s.

Containing practical suggestions for each topic, this title is intended for families seeking emotional and practical support after a pregnancy loss. It aims to offer a positive first step for bereaved parents and their families, providing support and guidance to help resolve the grief and enable them to look to the future with hope.