Camera secrets of Hollywood : simplified photography for the home picture maker (1931)

Record Details:

Title:
Camera secrets of Hollywood : simplified photography for the home picture maker
Date:
1931
Publisher:
Hollywood : Camera Secrets Publishing Company
Volume:
Camera secrets of Hollywood : simplified photography for the home picture maker
Leaf #:
00041
Language:
English
Collection:
Books
Format:
Books
Contributor:
Niles Essanay Silent Film Museum
Sponsor:
Media History Digital Library
Coordinator:
Media History Digital Library
Description:
Date Added:
March 21, 2024
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