Treasure Planet: A Voyage of Discovery

Explore the making of Disney’s animated space adventure in Treasure Planet: A Voyage of Discovery by Jeff Kurtti. This digital edition is available as a PDF download with instant access after purchase.

This richly illustrated volume takes readers behind the sails of the film. It covers the story, visual development, characters, and technology of Treasure Planet without losing sight of the classic tale that inspired it.

Book Overview

Treasure Planet: A Voyage of Discovery is a companion book to the Walt Disney Pictures animated film. It follows Jim Hawkins on a journey across a parallel universe and details the film’s evolution, character development, weaponry, and technology.

The book also explores the history of real pirates and the lore of literary pirates. It includes diagrams, gadgets, fun facts, and anecdotes, making it part field guide and part techno-log.

What You’ll Discover Inside

• The tale of Treasure Planet and the legend of Captain Flint’s loot of a thousand worlds.
• Art and design development for the etherium, Montressor, the spaceport Crescentia, and the Benbow Inn.
• Early character designs for Jim Hawkins, John Silver, Doctor Doppler, Captain Amelia, B.E.N., and Morph.
• Insight into the 70/30 concept, virtual sets, interactive lighting, and the blend of 2-D and 3-D animation.
• A look at the film’s creatures, ships, weapons, and technology.
• Background on the voice cast and the acting and animation process.

Why This Book Matters

Treasure Planet represents a distinctive moment in Disney animation history. The filmmakers combined classic storytelling with new digital tools, including one of the first major hybrid 2-D/3-D characters.

This book records the creative decisions behind that achievement. It offers students of animation, film history, and visual development a detailed record of how the film was imagined and built.

Book Details

Device Compatibility

This is a digital download, so there is no physical shipping. Access is available immediately after purchase.

The PDF can be read on compatible Kindle apps, tablets, desktop computers, mobile devices, and common reading apps.

FAQ

How soon will I get my download? Access is provided right after purchase, so you can download the PDF instantly.

Will a physical book be shipped? No. This is a digital edition and no physical copy will be sent.

What devices can I use? The PDF works with Kindle apps, tablets, desktop and mobile devices, and most reading apps.

Download Treasure Planet: A Voyage of Discovery today and enjoy a detailed look at this animated adventure.

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