"Reprinted with updated further reading, revised Dickens Chronology and new appendix 2003"--T.p. verso.

With a detailed introduction -FBC editorial board

Information from pre-release promotional materials; release date: Aug. 28, 2001.
Originally produced as a motion picture in 1994.
Based on the novel by Winston Groom.
Special features: Forrest Gump commentary by director Robert Zemeckis, producer Steve Starkey, and production designer Rick Carter; Through the eyes of Forrest Gump, a making-of documentary (ca. 29 min.); The magic of makeup, a featurette on the aging techniques used in the film; Through the ears of Forrest Gump, a feature on the sound design of the film; Building the world of Forrest Gump, a feature on the production design of the film; Seing is believing: the visual effects of Forrest Gump; photo gallery; screen tests; theatrical trailer.