A luxurious, highly visual cinematic monograph written by Shohei Ooka (大岡昇平, 1909–1988), one of the absolute giants of postwar Japanese literature (acclaimed author of Fires on the Plain and The Taken captive). In this beautifully designed large-format book, Ooka combines his brilliant literary mind with his lifelong passion for classic film to examine the mesmerizing aura of silent film icon Louise Brooks. About the Book & Theme Centering around G.W. Pabst’s 1929 silent film masterpiece Pandora's Box, Ooka explores the complex cultural mythos of "Lulu"—the ultimate 1920s "anti-star" and quintessential femme fatale. He deeply analyzes Brooks' modern, timeless facial expressions, her magnetic screen presence, and her subversive impact on early Hollywood and European cinema. The book features approximately 300 stunning monochrome film stills and archival photographs, beautifully reconstructing the visual magic of Pandora's Box and Diary of a Lost Girl. Size: 26 x 26 x 1 cm Weight: 775 grams The item is in good condition. The item(s) will be shipped via Japan Post or international courier with tracking. Please note: Items are shipped from Japan. Import duties, taxes, and charges may apply and are the buyer’s responsibility.