Art of Atari by Ernest Cline, Robert V. Conte and Tim Lapetino (2016, Hardcover)

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PublisherDynamic Forces, Incorporated DBA Dynamite Entertainment
ISBN-101524101036
ISBN-139781524101039
eBay Product ID (ePID)222626394

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Book TitleArt of Atari
Number of Pages352 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicDigital, Popular Culture, Video & Electronic, Graphic Arts / General
Publication Year2016
IllustratorYes
GenreDesign, Art, Games & Activities
AuthorErnest Cline, Robert V. Conte, Tim Lapetino
FormatHardcover

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Item Height1 in
Item Weight73.3 Oz
Item Length11 in
Item Width10 in

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Intended AudienceYoung Adult Audience
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal741.60973
SynopsisAtari is one of the most recognized names in the world. Since its formationin 1972, the company pioneered hundreds of iconic titles including Asteroids,Centipede, and Missile Command. In addition to hundreds of games created forarcades, home video systems, and computers, original artwork was speciallycommissioned to enhance the Atari experience, further enticing children andadults to embrace and enjoy the new era of electronic entertainment. The Art ofAtari is the first official collection of such artwork. Sourced from privatecollections worldwide, this book spans over 40 years of the company's uniqueillustrations used in packaging, advertisements, catalogs, and more. Co-writtenby Robert V. Conte and Tim Lapetino, The Art of Atari includes behind-the-scenesdetails on how dozens of games featured within were conceived of, illustrated,approved (or rejected), and brought to life! Includes a special Foreword by NewYork Times bestseller Ernest Cline author of Armada and Ready Player One, soonto be a motion picture directed by Steven Spielberg. Whether you're a fan,collector, enthusiast, or new to the world of Atari, this book offers the mostcomplete collection of Atari artwork ever produced! "For me, revisiting the beautiful artwork presented in this book is almostas good as taking a trip in Doc Brown's time machine back to that halcyon era atthe dawn of the digital age. But be warned, viewing these images may leave youwith an overwhelming desire to revisit the ancient pixelated battlefields theyeach depict as well." -- from the Foreword by Ernest Cline, author of READYPLAYER ONE Robert V. Conte wrote theAfterword, Atari is one of the most recognized names in the world. Since its formation in 1972, the company pioneered hundreds of iconic titles including Asteroids, Centipede, and Missile Command. In addition to hundreds of games created for arcades, home video systems, and computers, original artwork was specially commissioned to enhance the Atari experience, further enticing children and adults to embrace and enjoy the new era of electronic entertainment. The Art of Atari is the first official collection of such artwork. Sourced from private collections worldwide, this book spans over 40 years of the company's unique illustrations used in packaging, advertisements, catalogs, and more. Co-written by Robert V. Conte and Tim Lapetino, The Art of Atari includes behind-the-scenes details on how dozens of games featured within were conceived of, illustrated, approved (or rejected), and brought to life Includes a special Foreword by New York Times bestseller Ernest Cline author of Armada and Ready Player One, soon to be a motion picture directed by Steven Spielberg. Whether you're a fan, collector, enthusiast, or new to the world of Atari, this book offers the most complete collection of Atari artwork ever produced "For me, revisiting the beautiful artwork presented in this book is almost as good as taking a trip in Doc Brown's time machine back to that halcyon era at the dawn of the digital age. But be warned, viewing these images may leave you with an overwhelming desire to revisit the ancient pixelated battlefields they each depict as well." -- from the Foreword by Ernest Cline, author of READY PLAYER ONE Robert V. Conte wrote the Afterword, Atari is one of the most recognized names in the world. Since its formation in 1972, the company pioneered hundreds of iconic titles including Asteroids, Centipede, and Missile Command. In addition to hundreds of games created for arcades, home video systems, and computers, original artwork was specially commissioned to enhance the Atari experience, further enticing children and adults to embrace and enjoy the new era of electronic entertainment. The Art of Atari is the first official collection of such artwork. Sourced from private collections worldwide, this book spans over 40 years of the company's unique illustrations used in packaging, advertisements, catalogs, and more. Co-written by Robert V. Conte and Tim Lapetino, The Art of Atari includes behind-the-scenes details on how dozens of games featured within were conceived of, illustrated, approved (or rejected), and brought to life! Includes a special Foreword by New York Times bestseller Ernest Cline author of Armada and Ready Player One, soon to be a motion picture directed by Steven Spielberg. Whether you're a fan, collector, enthusiast, or new to the world of Atari, this book offers the most complete collection of Atari artwork ever produced! "For me, revisiting the beautiful artwork presented in this book is almost as good as taking a trip in Doc Brown's time machine back to that halcyon era at the dawn of the digital age. But be warned, viewing these images may leave you with an overwhelming desire to revisit the ancient pixelated battlefields they each depict as well." -- from the Foreword by Ernest Cline, author of READY PLAYER ONE Robert V. Conte wrote the Afterword
LC Classification NumberNC999.6

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  • Amazing collection of art and video game history!

    Atari is a legend in the worldwide video game community. This book explains the rise and fall of the company as well as giving unique insights into the art and design aspects of all packaging and presentation art. The book contains artist profiles and an exhaustive look at the styles of art that were used to sell these amazing games!

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  • Treasure Chest!

    A treasure trove of artwork, advertising, production information and more. I grew up with these games and always enjoyed some of the best artwork created for video games. There's also a lot of production information in this book and prototypes for consoles I've never seen before.

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    Fantastic!!!! Never thought they would put Atari 2600 box art work on book form. Grew with all these classics Brings back memories. Thanks

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    Awesome book

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    Great book

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  • Best book ever made!

    If you grew up with the Atari 2600, then you can't pass this book by. It's absolutely amazing. The amount and quality of content is overwhelming and insanely nostalgic! It's got to be one of the best books ever made.

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    ATARI IS LIFE!

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