The Shining: Studies in the Horror Film

[Bev Vincent]

I'm pleased to have an essay in this book edited by Danel Olson. My contribution is titled "The Genius Fallacy: The Shining’s 'Hidden' Meanings."

Here's Centipede Press's description: The first book of new essays by top critics and new interviews with cast and crew ever published on Stanley Kubrick''s The Shining. Includes rare photographs, archival material, a special gallery of artwork inspired by the film, excellent essays, new and reprinted interviews, and much more in a handsome, full-color, brilliantly designed sewn paperback.

And the editor's: Hey, put down that axe, you! Have a drink with Jack Torrance instead. Coming in early 2015: One of the largest studies of THE SHINING ever (c. 600 pages)! It features new articles from philosophers, musicologists, literature critics, Native American history scholars, and experts who tapped the Stephen King and Stanley Kubrick archives. That includes Joseph Bruchac, Tony Magistrale, Catriona McAvoy, BM Murphy, Dylan Trigg, Bev Vincent, and myself [Danel Olson]. The book is filled with never published interviews, including with Lloyd the Bartender (Joe Turkel) -- and some pictures you've never seen. Currently available for pre-sale not at the Amazon in America, but at the Amazons in UK, Germany, and France, all those places where the liquor really flows. Bartender Magazine, know I will give you a free copy to review, as Lloyd's the most diabolically famous of your ilk.

Product details
Paperback: 600 pages
Publisher: Centipede Press (17 Mar 2015)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 161347069X
ISBN-13: 978-1613470695

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[divemaster]

Pretty cool, Mr. Vincent!

[mikeC]

This is cool. I don't remember this being in Jared's newsletter.

[Bev Vincent]

It hasn't been yet -- but the editor, Danel Olson, noticed that it's listed in various Amazon's and other online stores, so he passed on the link.

[Randall Flagg]

I'm guessing that your piece calls "bullshit" to the hidden message theories (paranoid hysteria).

[Bev Vincent]

Yep--it goes beyond Room 237. There's a lot out there.

[mikeC]

Pretty cool
http://www.stanleyhotel.com/themaze

The historic Stanley Hotel is excited to announce a public competition to design a 61,500 sq. ft. hedge maze inspired by Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining (1980).

The contest will attract designers, both amateur and professional, from around the world who will have an opportunity to put their work and name on permanent display at the iconic Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, Colorado, which draws hundreds of thousands of visitors a year.

The Maze will serve as an homage to the film, which was itself inspired by author Stephen King’s experience at The Stanley Hotel. It also will commemorate the 20 year anniversary of the current ownership of the hotel, which began May 1st, 1994.

“There are few hotels in the world that share a history and story as unique as that of the Stanley Hotel,” said John W. Cullen, owner of the property. “I am thrilled to share this special moment in my life and the hotel’s history. We have built this place together over the years and I'm excited to invite everyone to be a part of its legacy through this special design contest.”

In true Colorado spirit, the hedge maze will be comprised of 1,600 to 2,000 Alpine Currant hedge bushes and will be a prominent feature on the hotel’s picturesque front lawn. A placard with the contest winner’s name will be placed at the site of the maze.

The ribbon-cutting for the maze will take place on the opening night of the 3rd annual Stanley Film Festival on April 30th, 2015.


The winning design will be chosen by a special panel of Estes Park residents, Stanley Hotel employees and film festival staff. The contest winner will have their name placed on a recognition placard in the center of the maze.


Aspiring designers and Stanley Hotel enthusiasts scroll below for contest and submission details. The deadline for submissions is January 31, 2015.
- See more at: http://www.stanleyhotel.com/themaze#sthash.NBojm2WL.dpuf

[mtdman]

I bought the Salem's Lot Studies in Horror film book for both myself and my daughter for Christmas. Very nice book, she loves it. I will probably get the Shining as well.

[skyofcrack]

The only version of a hedge maze that makes any (Stephen King) sense is one made out of hedge animals.

I heard that Kubrick's The Shining traveled back in time and killed Kennedy.

[herbertwest]

Bev Vincent mentionned on twitter that this book, will be shipped late may by Centipede Press
>>> http://www.centipedepress.com/studieshorror/shining.html

I wonder if they will mention / give informations about the cut ending that was recently rediscovered
>>> http://bloody-disgusting.com/news/3215025/random-cool-long-lost-script-pages-for-deleted-the-shining-finale/
>>> http://www.slate.com/blogs/browbeat/2013/01/23/the_shining_original_ending_read_the_screenplay_fo r_stanley_kubrick_s_lost.html


I dont seem to find the information anymore, but I am convinced that i've read last year that the ending was supposed to be shown in a movie festival in october 2014 or so.

[Bev Vincent]

Here's the table of contents

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[mikeC]

Wow 745 pages for $25 is a steal. Jared puts out such great books.

[Bev Vincent]

Yes, and the companion book on 'Salem's Lot is really great, so I'm looking forward to seeing this one. You can get both together for $50.

[herbertwest]

Thanks bev !

[mikeC]

Anyone get this yet? Although I hate the cover, I am sure the content is stellar.

[needfulthings]

Yes, and the companion book on 'Salem's Lot is really great, so I'm looking forward to seeing this one. You can get both together for $50.

Where did you find this price?

[Bev Vincent]

I'm not sure that offer is still valid. That was a few months ago.

[Dan]

Anyone get this yet? Although I hate the cover, I am sure the content is stellar.

I got mine last week. It's top quality for a paperback. Haven't read any yet but nearly 800 pages should have something interesting in it.

[mikeC]

Got mine too, looks like another stellar job by Jared and CP!

[Bev Vincent]

Here's my review of the book: http://cemeterydanceonline.com/2015/08/shining-studies/

[Theli]

New signed hardcover went on sale today. Out of my price range at the moment, but I'm sure someone here will be interested.
http://www.centipedepress.com/studieshorror/shininghc.html

[racerx45]

Mine arrived yesterday. As usual with Centipede Press it’s a beautiful book. Sorry for the fuzzy photos.

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[Bev Vincent]

I received my contributor copy yesterday, too. Big book!