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Understanding Comics: The Invisible Art by Scott McCloud (1994, Paperback)
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"You must read this book." --Neil Gaiman The bestselling international classic on storytelling and visual communication. Praised throughout the cartoon industry by such luminaries as Art Spiegelman, Matt Groening, and Will Eisner, Scott McCloud's Understanding Comics is a seminal examination of comics art: its rich history, surprising technical components, and major cultural significance. Explore the secret world between the panels, through the lines, and within the hidden symbols of a powerful but misunderstood art form.Product Identifiers
PublisherWilliam Morrow Paperbacks
ISBN-10006097625x
ISBN-139780060976255
eBay Product ID (ePID)10038206865
Product Key Features
Book TitleUnderstanding Comics: the Invisible Art
Number of Pages224 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year1994
TopicComics & Graphic Novels
IllustratorYes
GenreHumor
AuthorScott Mccloud
FormatPaperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.6 in
Item Weight4.2 Oz
Item Length10.3 in
Item Width6.8 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN00-001910
Dewey Edition21
ReviewsCleverly disguised as an easy-to-read comic book, Scott McCloud's simple-looking tome deconstructs the secret language of comics while casually revealing secrets of time, space, art and the cosmos! The most intelligent comics I've seen in a long time. Bravo.
Target AudienceTrade
Dewey Decimal741.5
Synopsis"Reading Understanding Comics blew my teenage mind, and gave me a toolbox full of ideas that I still use today." --Raina Telgemeier The bestselling international classic on storytelling and visual communication. Praised throughout the cartoon industry by such luminaries as Art Spiegelman, Matt Groening, and Will Eisner, Scott McCloud's Understanding Comics is a seminal examination of comics art: its rich history, surprising technical components, and major cultural significance. Explore the secret world between the panels, through the lines, and within the hidden symbols of a powerful but misunderstood art form., "You must read this book." --Neil Gaiman The bestselling international classic on storytelling and visual communication. Praised throughout the cartoon industry by such luminaries as Art Spiegelman, Matt Groening, and Will Eisner, Scott McCloud's Understanding Comics is a seminal examination of comics art: its rich history, surprising technical components, and major cultural significance. Explore the secret world between the panels, through the lines, and within the hidden symbols of a powerful but misunderstood art form., "You must read this book." --Neil Gaiman The bestselling international classic on storytelling and visual communication Praised throughout the cartoon industry by such luminaries as Art Spiegelman, Matt Groening, and Will Eisner, Scott McCloud's Understanding Comics is a seminal examination of comics art: its rich history, surprising technical components, and major cultural significance. Explore the secret world between the panels, through the lines, and within the hidden symbols of a powerful but misunderstood art form., Praised throughout the cartoon industry by such luminaries as Art Spiegelman, Matt Groening, and Will Eisner, this innovative comic book provides a detailed look at the history, meaning, and art of comics and cartooning.
Lc Classification NumberPn6710.M335
Copyright Date1994
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- Nov 20, 2019
Fun & Profound
This is a great read! Actually profound & always entertaining. I read this originally in art school 5 years ago & have been thinking about it ever since. Glad to finally have a nice copy for myself.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Aug 17, 2024
Good product, though definitely used
Really glad to get my hands on this book. My only qualm was that the cover was a little torn at the top; otherwise, it's in excellent condition.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Aug 28, 2022
They came in great condition
Both books gave incredible insight into not just comics but all forms of visual arts and I highly recommend them.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Sep 18, 2018
Excellent Choice for Artists
Great learning tool for comics! Compelling and fun with pictures and words as a comic should beVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Mar 14, 2025
Had some water damage and bent but reada...
Had some water damage and bent but readable.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jul 29, 2020
Favorite teaching tool
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Aug 14, 2019
College requirement.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
