Dive beneath the surface of one of cinema's most terrifying and enduring classics with "The Jaws Log" by Carl Gottlieb, a compelling chronicle that charts the tumultuous journey of bringing "Jaws" to the silver screen. Written with the insight only the film's screenwriter could provide, this book offers an unparalleled glimpse into the creative maelstrom that was the making of Steven Spielberg's masterpiece. From the daunting challenges of mechanical sharks to the on-set tensions and the innovative solutions that heralded a new era in filmmaking, Gottlieb's narrative captures the spirit of a bygone era with vivid detail and unflinching honesty. Celebrated by industry giants and regarded as a "modern classic" among filmmaking literature, this expanded edition arrives just in time for the film's 30th anniversary, now available in hardcover for the first time. Enhanced with behind-the-scenes photographs, a new afterword, and an introduction that ties past insights to present reflections, "The Jaws Log" is not just a book about a movie. It is a timeless testament to the power of storytelling, the art of cinema, and the sheer will it takes to translate the unimaginable from page to screen. Whether you're a fan of the film, an aspiring filmmaker, or a lover of stories about the triumph of the human spirit, "The Jaws Log" offers a gripping, behind-the-scenes look at the making of a film that continues to captivate and terrify audiences around the world.