- Hardcover: 960 pages
- Publisher: Universe (Oct 25 2011)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0789322714
- ISBN-13: 978-0789322715
- Product Dimensions: 17 x 6.2 x 21.7 cm
- Shipping Weight: 2 Kg
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #53,981 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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"1001 Comics You Must Read Before You Die emphasizes comic books, graphic novels, and manga from recent decades though the earliest entry dates to 1867. Comics historian Paul Gravett, the book’s general editor, consulted specialists in 27 countries." ~Boston Globe
"There have been other guides to comics and comics characters, but this book is the only one that is global in breadth, considerate of every genre, fully illustrated, and offers a critical assessments to winnow out only the very best works. This colorful and authoritative review includes every important artist in comic books, manga and graphic novels. Visually amazing, this critical history of the graphic narrative form - including comic books, manga and graphic novels - is a must have for any comic buff or collector." ~Legacycomics.com
"Recommended for those with a curiosity about the medium and highly recommended for fans who might need to expand their horizons." ~Forcesofgeek.com
"There have been other guides to comics and comics characters, but this book is the only one that is global in breadth, considerate of every genre, fully illustrated, and offers a critical assessments to winnow out only the very best works. This colorful and authoritative review includes every important artist in comic books, manga and graphic novels. Visually amazing, this critical history of the graphic narrative form - including comic books, manga and graphic novels - is a must have for any comic buff or collector." ~Legacycomics.com
"Recommended for those with a curiosity about the medium and highly recommended for fans who might need to expand their horizons." ~Forcesofgeek.com
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Visually amazing, this critical history of comic books, manga, and graphic novels is a must-have for any comic buff or collector. Over the centuries, comic books and their offshoots, such as graphic novels, manga, and bandes dessinées, have evolved into a phenomenally popular, influential, and unique art form with which we can express our opinions, our fantasies, our nightmares, and our dreams. In short: comics are emphatically no longer just for kids. This diverse, constantly evolving medium is truly coming into its own in the 21st century, from Hollywood's blockbuster adaptations of super-powered caped crusaders to the global spread of Japan's manga and its spinoffs, and from award-winning graphic novels such as Maus and Persepolis to new forms such as online webcomix. This volume is the perfect introduction to a dynamic and globally popular medium, embracing every graphic genre worldwide to assess the very best works of sequential art, graphic literature, comics, and comic strips, past and present.
An international survey, this engaging volume is organized according to the year of first publication in the country of origin. An opening section acknowledges pioneering pre-1900 masterpieces, followed by sections divided by decade, creating a fascinating year-by-year chronicle of the graphic medium worldwide. The material includes the very earliest one-off albums to the latest in online comics and features some series and characters that have run for decades.
Packed with fantastic reproductions of classic front covers and groundbreaking panels, this book is visually stunning as well as a trove of information--perfect for the passionate collector and casual fan alike.
An international survey, this engaging volume is organized according to the year of first publication in the country of origin. An opening section acknowledges pioneering pre-1900 masterpieces, followed by sections divided by decade, creating a fascinating year-by-year chronicle of the graphic medium worldwide. The material includes the very earliest one-off albums to the latest in online comics and features some series and characters that have run for decades.
Packed with fantastic reproductions of classic front covers and groundbreaking panels, this book is visually stunning as well as a trove of information--perfect for the passionate collector and casual fan alike.
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Ambitious project, flawed by worthwhile,
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This review is from: 1001 Comics You Must Read Before You Die: The Ultimate Guide to Comic Books, Graphic Novels and Manga (Hardcover)
Of course a project like this isn't going to be perfect, and I do agree with some reviewers that the breakdowns of what's included could be a little tighter. More importantly, though, 1001 Comics collects books, comics and strips from all over the world, and the book shows the diversity of work available (or not, as the case may be). Sure, it could've been a little more discerning in spots (Garfield?!!) but it makes up for such lapses with its wide range and decent, often insightful writing.My full review is here: [...]
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A Fascinating Resource,
By Timbo - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: 1001 Comics You Must Read Before You Die: The Ultimate Guide to Comic Books, Graphic Novels and Manga (Hardcover)
I could not disagree more with the comments of the previous reviewers.This book is a fascinating international survey of the comics medium and is very accessible for the experienced or general reader truely interested in possibilities of the medium. Yes, certain titles have been included in the 1001 Comics list that are currently out of print or have yet to be translated into English, but with so many publishers now reprinting lost classics and translating foreign language comics, this is not a huge problem. Indeed the author, Paul Gravett, has posted a database of the 1001 Comics list on his website - www [dot] PaulGravett [dot] com - with the aim of keeping it updated with details of translations and new editions as they become available. So cast aside your fan-boy obsession with superheroes and issue numbers, and approach this book with an open mind. I guarantee you'll discover some classic reading material you never knew existed. Despite having 960 pages, my only criticism would be that the book is too short! 2 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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So reader's guides are only allowed to deal with works currently in print, now?,
By Jonathan Allen "Jonathan Allen" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: 1001 Comics You Must Read Before You Die: The Ultimate Guide to Comic Books, Graphic Novels and Manga (Hardcover)
This is perhaps the most important book yet published on the subject of comics as a global artform: the only reasonable criticism of the thing is that, sadly, not every entry is accompanied by an illustration while others, on the other hand, get more than their fair share of space. That said, if they ever remedy that problem with a revised edition, I'll be first in line to purchase it. The idea that the author should be expected to limit himself to works that are easily obtainable is clearly ridiculous. Those readers disappointed that they can't get their hands on everything referenced in the book should regard the list more as a guide to what SHOULD be in print, and take solace in the fact that their inclusion may ultimately lead to translation and publication.Don't be put off by silly criticism. If you're serious about comics, you have to own this book. 2 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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Great!,
By Felipe Bicalho - Published on Amazon.com
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This review is from: 1001 Comics You Must Read Before You Die: The Ultimate Guide to Comic Books, Graphic Novels and Manga (Hardcover)
I just bought this book and it's great! There is a lot of comics from many different countries, and a lot of information about the comics. Just as i thought it would be.
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