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HERMES PRESS

The First In-Depth Biography of Comic Legend Steve Ditko Endorsed by the Ditko Family The first in depth biography of comics-legend Steve Ditko, in his own works - taken from years of correspondence with author David Currie and endorsed by the Ditko family with a Foreword by Mark S. Ditko. In his Foreward Mark S. Ditko writes: I'm very happy to say that this is a really great book. David, and his correspondence with my uncle and others, uncovered and documented things that would otherwise have been left unknown or subject to complete speculation …if ever even considered. Note that my role in the review of this book was mainly about my uncle's personal life as we know it and not necessarily his professional career. But David clearly has a good grasp on that aspect of him. Steve Ditko was the last of a generation of American comic book artists who created powerful modern-day mythology and became among the most influential and original creators of the 20th century. He co-created Spider-Man along with Stan Lee, but walked away from the character in the 1960s just as it was gaining popularity - never to return, never to give interviews, never to attend conventions or court fame and attention. He died alone at 90, known to the comic book industry as a 'cranky recluse'. Through his history, helped by sourcing a long correspondence between Ditko and author David Currie, the stories of other artists from the same period are examined, from Jack Kirby to Wallace Wood, and how they all fell afoul of a system stacked against them. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror

By Currie, David.

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WILLIAM MORROW

The renowned author of Understanding Comics and Reinventing Comics teaches would-be cartoonists to create this widely beloved art form More than a decade ago, Scott McCloud tore down the wall between high and low culture with Understanding Comics, a massive comic book about comics, linking the medium to such diverse fields as media theory, movie criticism, and web design. In Reinventing Comics, McCloud took fans to the next level, charting 12 different revolutions in how comics are generated, read, and perceived today. Now, in Making Comics, this artistic genius focuses his analysis on the art form itself, exploring the creation of comics, from the broadest principles to the most minute artistic details. In a voice that mixes dry humor and clear, concise instruction, McCloud's cartoon narrator shows how to master the human condition through word and image in a brilliantly minimalistic way. Comic book devotees as well as the most uninitiated will marvel at this journey into a once-underappreciated art form. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror

Ordinabile fino al 04/12/20
By McCloud, Scott. Artist McCloud, Scott.

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SCHOLASTIC INC.

High school bites-especially when you want to kill your classmates. Check out this original horror novel featuring Archie Comics characters! Everyone knows the characters from Riverdale: popular Archie Andrews, sophisticated Veronica Lodge, girl-next-door Betty Cooper, and angsty Jughead Jones. But this is not the Riverdale you know and love. Something twisted has awoken in the town with pep. Inspired by the iconic Archie Horror comics, this reimagined universe takes the grittiness of the TV show and adds a paranormal twist. Everyone thinks that Veronica Lodge has it all: the rich parents and the big house. The popular jock crush. The perfect best friend. But all that changes when she's bitten by an ancient vampire named Theodore Finch. Theodore is turning all of Riverdale's most powerful citizens into vampires-including Veronica's parents. But that's only the beginning of what he has planned... Veronica escapes from becoming one of Theodore's minions, but the lives of the entire town are at stake. Veronica can't defeat him alone. With some help from her friends, Veronica discovers how to turn everyone back to normal-including herself. All they have to do is kill Theodore. But Veronica's bloodlust is getting harder to control. Can Betty, Archie, Dilton, and Cheryl figure out how to stop Theodore-and save Veronica-before it's too late? The Archie Horror series contains all-new, original stories that fans of horror AND fans of Riverdale will die for! (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror

By Barrow, Rebecca.

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THAMES & HUDSON

World authority on comic art Paul Gravett details the evolving meanings of the myths and legends told and retold by manga artists of every decade and reveals the development and cross pollination of ideas between manga artists throughout Asia. He explores the explosion of creativity in manga after the Second World War and highlights how creators have responded to political events since 1950 in the form of propaganda, criticism, and commentary in manga magazines, comics, and books. This book is the first to explain the significance of key themes, the meanings of embodied myths, and the connections between various manga traditions. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror

Ordinabile fino al 06/10/17
By Gravett, Paul. Artist Peter Stanbury. Cover by Osamu Tezuka.

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UNIVERSITY PRESS OF MISSISSIPP

In Drawing the Past, Volume 2: Comics and the Historical Imagination in the World, contributors seek to examine the many ways in which history worldwide has been explored and (re)represented through comics and how history is a complex construction of imagination, reality, and manipulation. Through a close analysis of such works as V for Vendetta, Maus, and Persepolis, this volume contends that comics are a form of mediation between sources (both primary and secondary) and the reader. Historical comics are not drawn from memory but offer a nonliteral interpretation of an object (re)constructed in the creator's mind. Indeed, when it comes to history, stretching the limits of the imagination only serves to aid in our understanding of the past and, through that understanding, shape ourselves and our futures. This volume, the second in a two-volume series, is divided into three sections: History and Form, Historical Trauma, and Mythic Histories. The first section considers the relationship between history and the comic book form. The second section engages academic scholarship on comics that has recurring interest in the representation of war and trauma. The final section looks at mythic histories that consciously play with events that did not occur but nonetheless inflect our understanding of history. Contributors to the volume also explore questions of diversity and relationality, addressing differences between nations and the cultural, historical, and economic threads that bind them together, however loosely, and however much those bonds might chafe. Together, both volumes bring together a range of different approaches to diverse material and feature remarkable scholars from all over the world. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror

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MC FARLAND & COMPANY INC.

(E) Robert G. Weiner For more than 60 years, Captain America was one of Marvel Comics' flagship characters, representing truth, strength, liberty, and justice. This book discusses topics including the representation of Nazi Germany in comics from the 1940s to the 1960s; the creation of Captain America in light of the Jewish American experience; the relationship between Captain America and UK Marvel's Captain Britain; the groundbreaking partnership between Captain America and African-American superhero the Falcon; and the attempts made to kill the character before his 'real' death. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror

By Robert G Weiner. Artist Na. Cover by Na.

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TWOMORROWS PUBLISHING

(E) Roy Thomas, Danny Fingeroth Face Front, True Believers! The Stan Lee Universe is the ultimate repository of interviews with and mementos about Marvel Comics' fearless founder! From his 'Soapbox' to the box-office, the Smilin' One literally changed the face of comic books and pop culture, and this tome presents numerous rare and unpublished interviews with Stan, plus interviews with top luminaries of the comics industry, including John Romita Sr. & Jr., Todd McFarlane, Roy Thomas, Dennis O'Neil, Gene Colan, Al Jaffee, Larry Lieber, Jerry Robinson, and Michael Uslan, discussing his vital importance to the field he helped shape. And as a bonus, direct from Stan's personal archives, you'll see rare photos, sample scripts and plots, and many other unseen items, such as: personal correspondence between Stan and such prominent figures as: James Cameron, Oliver Stone, Ray Bradbury, Denis Kitchen, Alain Resnais and (Sinatra lyricist and pal) Sammy Cahn! Transcripts of 1960s radio interviews with Stan during the early Marvel era (one co-featuring Jack Kirby, and one with Stan debating Dr. Fredric Wertham's partner in psychological innovation and hating comics)! Rarely seen art by legends including Kirby, Romita Sr. and Joe Maneely! Plot, script, and balloon placements from the 1978 Silver Surfer graphic novel, including comprehensive notes from Lee and Kirby about the story. Notes by Richard Corben and Will Eisner for Marvel projects that never came to be! Pages from a Silver Surfer screenplay done by Stan for Roger Corman! Notes and thumbnail sketches by John Buscema from How to Draw Comics The Marvel Way, and more! So get a jump-start on the celebration of Marvel's 50th anniversary, and let this incredible book take you on a guided tour of The Stan Lee Universe! Excelsior! Available in Softcover and Hardcover (featuring a deluxe dust jacket plus 16 extra full-color pages of rare Archive Material not found in the Softcover) editions. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror

Ordinabile fino al 06/05/11
By Danny Fingeroth; Stan Lee. Artist Various. Cover by na.

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COMIX BURO

Bertrand Gatignol divides his time between character design for animated TV shows, comics (Les Ogres-Dieux with Hubert, Pistouvi with Merwan Chabane), and illustration of children's books. This sketchbook is an opportunity to enter his eclectic and varied world. His mastery of black and white is superb! Majestic architecture full of details, vibrant sets and powerful black inks, associated with delicate lines, paradoxically offer a bright artwork in a dark atmosphere. His work for various animated TV series is also emphasized. Finally, wine label, personal projects and various illustrations wonderfully complete this beautiful book. French text. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror

Ordinabile fino al 01/01/16
By Gatignol, Bertrand. Artist Gatignol, Bertrand. Cover by Gatignol, Bertrand.

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MANGO

In a world similar to Earth, a segment of humanity has been given otherworldly powers called 'Uniques' that they use in order to combat the rise of massive grotesque creatures called 'Corrupteds.' A young man named Zorox studies in the D.A.S.O institute to hone his unique 'Super Human Growth' and become someone he can be proud of. Unfortunately, there are groups of people who choose to abuse their gifts. Can Zorox figure out what he must do and find out the connections between Uniques and Corrupteds? Can he achieve his goal of becoming a D.A.S.O Operative? Can he survive the grueling tasks that he'll encounter? Find out in this coming-of-age manga comic and graphic novel, CEMAS Z. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror Annullato/esaurito (Will Resolicit)

By Sanchez, Augustus. Artist Sanchez, Augustus.

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ABRAMS

Pulp Power gives fans a rare glimpse into the pre-war pulp novel decade of the 1930s, a period of bold action and adventure storytelling that ultimately led to the creation of the comic book and the superheroes we know and love today. In more than 500 novels written between 1930 and 1940, The Shadow, Doc Savage, and the Street & Smith universe of characters captivated a generation of Americans with their heroic exploits and inspired a new generation of writers to create a pantheon of comic book superheroes in their mold. In Pulp Power, hundreds of these eye-catching covers are reproduced as a collection for the first time. Comics legend Dan DiDio provides context for the cover illustrations alongside a narrative discussion of the influence of the Street & Smith superhero universe on legendary creators such as Orson Welles, Truman Capote, Michael Chabon, George Lucas, Agnes Moorehead, James Patterson, Walter Mosley, Dwayne Johnson, Frank Miller, James Bama, Jim Steranko, Jim Lee, Gail Simone, and many more. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror

By McGinness, Neil. Artist Jason Shiga. Cover by Jason Shiga.

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UNDERWOOD BOOKS

edited by Steve Brodner Based on the 2008 Society of Illustrators' exhibit 'Artists Against the War,' this book of the same name draws from the vibrant history of graphic protest to demonstrate the many ways that illustrators - in editorial cartoons, comics, magazine illustrations, and elsewhere - have reflected on the representations and misrepresentations of war, especially the war in Iraq. Works by Ralph Steadman, Norman Rockwell, Wendy Popp, Nathan Fox, Burt Silverman, Guy Billout, and other renowned illustrators not only bridge the gap between high art and illustration, they testify to the ability of images to examine complex issues in a way that connects with broad numbers of people. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror

By NA. Artist VARIOUS. Cover by NA.

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GEMSTONE PUBLISHING

by Various Between 1934 and 1944, Good Housekeeping transformed Disney's latest Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Goofy shorts into rollicking, rhyming short stories, each illustrated by watercolor masters Tom Wood and Hank Porter. Now all 124 of these legendary features are collected in a single coffee-table book! Discover rare cartoon story sketches by Carl Barks and others; previously-unreprinted Floyd Gottfredson comics; rare Mickey merchandise and much, much more. Experience Disney's Good Housekeeping pages in context with the world of Disneyana their original readers knew! Available in softcover and a limited hardcover edition with dustjacket. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror

By VARIOUS. Artist VARIOUS. Cover by Various.

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COMIX BURO

Félix Meynet lives in the beautiful mountains of Chablais, France, between Mont-Blanc and Lake Geneva. Therefore, one can imagine what his favorite themes are: mountains, adventures and... pin-ups! Throughout this sketchbook, Meynet shares what he loves through fresh and sparkling drawings. You'll find elegant pin-ups dressed with fine lingerie or traditional costumes, Western scenes, historical comics, and other pleasures as good as the finest chocolate! French Language. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror

Ordinabile fino al 07/03/14
By Meynet, Felix. Artist Meynet, Felix. Cover by Meynet, Felix. (NOTE: Written in French.)

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PANTHEON BOOKS

Richard McGuire's Here is the story of a corner of a room and the events that happened in that space while moving forward and backward in time. The book experiments with formal properties of comics, using multiple panels to convey the different moments in time. A dinosaur from 100,000,000 BCE lumbers by, while a child is playing with a plastic toy that resembles the same dinosaur in the year 1999. Conversations appear to be happening between two people who are centuries apart. Cycles of glaciers transform into marshes, then into forests, then into farmland. A city develops and grows into a suburban sprawl. Here is truly a pioneering comic vision. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror Annullato/esaurito (Out of Stock)

Ordinabile fino al 31/10/14
By McGuire, Richard. Artist McGuire, Richard. Cover by McGuire, Richard.

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RUTGERS UNIVERSITY PRESS

After debuting in 1938, Superman soon became an American icon. But why has he maintained his iconic status for nearly 80 years? Superman: Persistence of an American Icon examines the many iterations of the character in comic books, comic strips, radio series, movie serials, feature films, television shows, animation, toys, and collectibles over the past eight decades. Demonstrating how Superman's iconic popularity cannot be attributed to any single creator or text, comics expert Ian Gordon embarks on a deeper consideration of cultural mythmaking as a collective and dynamic process. He also outlines the often contentious relationships between the various parties who have contributed to the Superman mythos. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror

Ordinabile fino al 05/05/17
By Gordon, Ian.

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UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA PRESS

Comic books wielded their influence from the margins and in-between spaces of the entertainment business for half a century before moving to the center of mainstream film and television production. This extraordinary history begins at the medium's origin in the 1930s, when comics were a reviled, disorganized, and lowbrow mass medium. Visiting critical moments along the way, Shawna Kidman concludes this revisionist history in the early 2000s, when Hollywood had fully incorporated comic book properties and strategies into its business models. The medium had transformed into the heavily exploited, exceedingly corporate, and highly esteemed art form we know so well today. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror

Ordinabile fino al 08/03/19

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