Comics, Comix & Graphic Novels: A History Of Comic Art (DESIGN) - Hardcover

Sabin, Roger

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0714830089 ISBN 13: 9780714830087

Publisher: Phaidon Press, 1996

Synopsis

At a time when vintage comics are fetching huge prices at auction, this book traces the history of the medium from 'comic papers' for kids, through the underground 'comix' movement of the 1960s and 1970s, to the glossy book-format 'graphic novels' of today. Organized thematically, it investigates comic art's varied genres - including humour, adventure and titles for girls - and charts the rise, fall and revival of the medium. In so doing, Roger Sabin highlights the careers of the creators behind some of the best-known characters in modern fiction - from Superman to Sgt Rock, Tintin to Tank Girl and the Freak Brothers to the Fat Slags.
Encompassing traditions from the USA, Britain, Europe and Japan, Comics, Comix and Graphic Novels presents the most complete and up-to-date survey of comic art available.

About this title

Review:

For many years, those interested in the history of the art of comics--from scholars to fans--had very few options. The available books were either filled with glaring errors or far too limited in their scope. Along comes Roger Sabin and his near-definitive history. The best thing about this book is that it begins with a strong foundation--that comics is a separate and unique artistic medium--and goes on to leave practically no stone unturned, from mainstream superheroes to underground work to Japanese manga to the new alternatives to the strong European tradition. There's even an entire chapter on comics by and aimed toward women, hopefully dispelling the myth that comics are just for boys.

About the Author:

Roger Sabin is a lecturer at Central St Martin's College of Art, London.

About this edition

• Publisher: Phaidon Press
• Publication date: 1996
• ISBN 10: 0714830089
• ISBN 13: 9780714830087
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 240