Stealing Through Time: On the Writings of Jack Finney

“Best known for science fiction and suspense, author Jack Finney enjoyed particular success with the novel The Body Snatchers (1955; made into the movie Invasion of …) and his time-travel story Time and Again (another popular film). Over the course of his long career, he wrote ten novels, more than 50 short stories, two plays, and a work of nonfiction, all of which are discussed in this book. Reproduced and analyzed in full is a series of letters between Finney and persons associated with his alma mater, Knox College. These letters give rare insight into Finney’s character and demonstrate his personal interest in some of themes that recur in his fiction.” This book begins with an overview of Finney’s life and career, presents a complete assessment of the author’s works, and concludes with a look at the various ways that Finney’s works have been adapted for the stage, television, and film. Also included is the first comprehensive list of Jack Finney’s writings ever published.