Comics, Comix & Graphic Novels
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Roger Sabin
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- File Type: PDF
- File Size: 115.0 MB
- Book Language: English
- Total Page Count: 248
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Comics, Comix & Graphic Novels
Comics, Comix & Graphic Novels is Roger Sabin’s fully documented history of comic book art. This digital PDF edition is available for instant download after purchase.
The book traces the comic from early woodcuts through the graphic strips of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. It explores the development of comics into a sophisticated and culturally revealing popular art form.
Book Overview
Comics, Comix & Graphic Novels is the first fully documented study of the graphic qualities of the comic book. Roger Sabin, an arts journalist and lecturer at Central St Martin’s College of Art, London, organizes the survey thematically. Genres covered include humour, adventure, girls’ comics, underground comix, and alternative comics.
The book also covers the careers of creators behind characters such as Superman, Tintin, and Tank Girl. It discusses much-loved comics such as The Beano and The Incredible Hulk, as well as recent artists including Harvey Kurtzman, Chris Donald, Art Spiegelman, and Katsuhiro Otomo.
What You’ll Discover Inside
- The development of comic art from early cartoon-like woodcuts to modern graphic strips.
- Thematic surveys of humour, adventure, girls’ comics, underground, and alternative comics.
- In-depth profiles of creators such as Jack Kirby, Robert Crumb, and Art Spiegelman.
- The stories behind beloved comics including The Beano and The Incredible Hulk.
- Coverage of international traditions from the USA, Britain, Europe, and Japan.
- Richly illustrated throughout with comic pages and covers.
Why This Book Matters
Comics, Comix & Graphic Novels treats comic art as an important and culturally revealing popular art form. It is a comprehensive reference for students, graphic media professionals, and comics fans. The book covers a wide range of traditions and creators, making it a lasting survey of the medium.
Book Details
| Format | |
|---|---|
| File Size | 115.0 MB |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 248 |
| Print Length | 240 pages |
| Publisher | Phaidon Press |
| Publication Date | April 24, 2001 |
| First Published | 1996 |
| Edition | Revised ed. |
| ISBN-10 | 0714839930 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0714839936 |
| Original ISBN | 0 7148 3008 9 |
| Reading Age | 13 years and up |
| Grade Level | 8 and up |
| Dimensions | 10 x 1 x 11.5 inches |
| Item Weight | 3.31 pounds |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars (29) |
| Best Sellers Rank | #1,908,136 in Books; #420 in Comics & Graphic Novel History & Prices; #1,647 in How To Create Comics & Manga; #8,063 in Art History (Books) |
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FAQ
How do I access the book after purchase? The download is available instantly after purchase through your account.
Will a physical copy be shipped? No. This is a digital PDF edition, so there is no physical shipping.
Which devices are supported? The PDF is compatible with Kindle apps, tablets, desktop readers, mobile phones, and other reading applications.
Add this PDF to your collection and explore the history of comics at your own pace.
Verified Bibliographic Details
| Title | Comics, Comix & Graphic Novels |
|---|---|
| Author | Roger Sabin |
| File Size (Bytes) | 120538063 |
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