Comic books in 'Nonfiction/History/Science/Biography'

1st printing. Edited by Paul Duncan. Taking a look at the Past, Present (circa 1990), and Future of Comics, this book features articles on The Comics Pioneers: Leo Baxendale, Gene Colan, Will Eisner, Gil Kane, Jack Kirby, Dan Spiegle, and Alex Toth; The Europeans: Franquis Boucq and Jose Munoz; The Shock of the New: Brian Bolland, Scott Hampton, Brendan McCarthy, Jon J. Muth, George Pratt, Bill Sienkiewicz, Dave Sim & Gerhard, and Kent Williams; and Small Press Giants: Phil Elliot, Shane O'Dwyer, Ed Pinsent, Gary & Warren Pleece, and Carol Swain. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 170 pages, B&W. Cover price $14.95.

A bizarre Texas publication featuring art, photos, and text covering everything anybody would ever want to know about armadillos. Art by JFKLN (Jim Franklin). Cover price $0.60.

1st printing. Story and art by Nadine Takvorian. A bold, autobiographical graphic novel chronicling one girls quest to uncover her familys history during the Armenian genocide. Nadine loves stories and her mother loves to tell them—all but one. Nadine would give anything to learn about her family's history in Armenia and Turkey—where they came from and how they came to America—but it is just too painful for her parents. All Nadine knows is that they were caught up in the Armenian genocide. Until one day the dam bursts. And through that flood of stories and memories, and a trip back to their people's homelands, Nadine discovers a key to unlocking her own heritage and the courage to speak up when injustice rears its head again. Told in interwoven historical, contemporary, and fantastical sequences, Armaveni is a gripping graphic novel debut and a much-needed historical document. Softcover, 6-in. x 8 1/2-in., 344 pages, full color. Teen Cover price $18.99.

1st Edition - 1st printing. "150 B.C. to 600 A.D.!" Written by Phil Barker. Covers the Organization, tactics, dress and weapons of the Roman Empire from 150 B.C. to 600 A.D. Softcover, Text (with B&W illustrations).

2nd Edition - 1st printing. "150 B.C. to 600 A.D.!" Written by Phil Barker. Covers the Organization, tactics, dress and weapons of the Roman Empire from 150 B.C. to 600 A.D. Softcover, Text (with B&W illustrations).

3rd Edition - 1st printing. "150 B.C. to 600 A.D.!" Written by Phil Barker. Covers the Organization, tactics, dress and weapons of the Roman Empire from 150 B.C. to 600 A.D. Softcover, 148 pages, Text (with B&W illustrations).

4th Edition - 1st printing. "150 B.C. to 600 A.D.!" Written by Phil Barker. Art by Ian Heath. Covers the Organization, tactics, dress and weapons of the Roman Empire from 150 B.C. to 600 A.D. Softcover, 148 pages, Text (with B&W illustrations). Cover price $32.99.

Second Edition - 1st printing. "600-1066!" By Ian Heath. Covers the organization, tactics, dress and weapons of European armies during the Dark Ages. Softcover, 128 pages, Text (with B&W illustrations) Cover price $32.99.

Add to cart Fine $8.99

1st printing. Written by Dave Axe. Art and Cover by Tim Hamilton. It started with a visit from spirits. In 1991, Joseph Kony, the leader of a Ugandan rebel group known as the Lord's Resistance Army, claimed that spiritual beings had come to him, instructing him to lead brutal raids against civilians supporting the Ugandan government. For all the horror and condemnation his brutality has aroused around the world, Joseph Kony still survives. Army of God tells the rest of the story, from the chaos Kony has left behind to the long campaign to defeat him for good! Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 144 pages, B&W. Cover price $14.99.

1st printing.

By Arn Anderson. Foreword by Ric Flair.

My autobiography is about the wrestling business and my 15 years in it.

I will discuss the Horseman days, WWF and my career before Ole & I became a tag team. The book will have other interesting pieces from my time on the road, and my relationships with other wrestlers and promoters. The book includes a foreword by the Nature Boy himself, Ric Flair!

Read and learn the REAL story about the "Enforcer" and look behind the curtain at a day in the life of a professional wrestler...

Softcover, 6-in. xd 9-in., 164 pages, Text .

Add to cart Near Mint $5.99

Add to cart Near Mint $5.99

1st printing. Written by Diana Murray. Art and cover by Alexandra Bye. This Little Golden Book about Arnold Schwarzenegger-an immigrant from Austria who achieved the American dream and became Mr. Universe, an action movie icon, and the governor of California-is an inspiring read-aloud for young children and Terminator fans of any age. Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers-as well as fans of all ages! Hardcover, 7-in. x 8-in., 24 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $5.99.

1st printing. This collection of new essays focuses on The CW network's hit television series Arrow, based on DC Comic's Green Arrow, and its spin-offs The Flash, DC's Legends of Tomorrow, and Supergirl. The contributors explore the reasons behind Arrow's success, the series' representation of bodies, its portrayal of women, its shifting political ideologies, and audience reception and influence on storylines. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 209 pages, Text. Cover price $19.99.

By Mae and Ira Freeman, drawings by Tom Huffman. Young persons quide to the solar system and beyond. 6" x 8", 64 pages.

By Mae and Ira Freeman, drawings by Tom Huffman. Young persons quide to the solar system and beyond. 6" x 8", 64 pages.

1st printing. By Ray Pointer and Jerry Beck. The history of animated cartoons has for decades been dominated by the accomplishments of Walt Disney, giving the impression that he invented the medium. In reality, it was the work of several pioneers. Max Fleischer, inventor of the Rotoscope technique of tracing animation frame by frame over live-action footage, was one of the most prominent. Where Disney reflected a Midwestern sentimentality, Fleischer presented a sophisticated urban attitude with elements of German Expressionism and organic progression. This book covers his life and work and the history of the studio that bore his name, with previously unpublished artwork and photographs. Softcover, 278 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $39.95.

1st Printing. Compiled by Simon Ward. In March 2017, the producers of Godzilla transported audiences to the birthplace of one of the most powerfull monster myths of all in Kong: Skull island, from Wanter Bros. Pictures, and Legendary Pictures. When a scientific expedition to an uncharted island awakens titanic forces of nature, a mission of discovery becomes and explosive war between monster and man. Tom Hiddleston, Samuel L. Jackson, Brie Larson, John C. Reilly, and John Goodman, star in a thrilling and origina new adventures that reveals the untold story of how Kong became King! Hardcover, 12-in.x 11-in., 202 pages, full color. Cover price $39.95.

1st printing.

Written by Julian Voloj. Art by Soren Glosimodt Mosdal.

The dazzling, provocative work of Jean-Michel Basquiat (1960-1988) would come to define the vibrant New York art scene of the late '70s and early '80s. Punk, jazz, graffiti, hip-hop: his work drew heavily on the cultural trappings of lower Manhattan. Today, Basquiat's influence can be seen not only in fine art but in fashion, design, and music. This stunning graphic novel captures the dramatic life and exhilarating times of this archetypal New York artist, covering everything from the SAMO graffiti project to his first solo show, from his relationship with Andy Warhol to the substance abuse that would cost him his life. This playful, authoritative biography shows Basquiat's work to be more important, his themes more urgent, than ever before.

Softcover, 136 pages, full color.

Cover price $19.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $14.00

1st printing. Story and art by Edmond Baudoin. Genius, eccentric, exhibitionist: There is no shortage of adjectives to describe the great surrealist painter Salvador Dalí (1904-1989). Yet this iconic artist and controversial thinker remains a figure shrouded in mystery. Plunging into the Spanish painter's unbridled, fantastical universe, graphic novelist Edmond Baudoin takes us on the trail of a man known as much for his talent for self-promotion as for his bold and extraordinary work. He emerges with a convincing personal vision of the man behind the artist. Dalí is a graphic novel of rare brilliance, which captures in beautifully expressive detail the life of one of the world's most instantly recognizable painters. Softcover, 7-in. x 9 1/2-in., 160 pages, full color. Cover price $19.95.

1st printing.

Story and art by Fabrizio Dori.

In 1891, Paul Gauguin (1848-1903) arrives on the French Polynesian island of Tahiti. In this lush paradise, he is liberated from the concerns of the city-dwelling European. He is free: to love, to sing, and to create. In Copenhagen, Gauguin's wife enjoys no such freedom. She would rather forget her odious husband and his degenerate artwork. Instead, in a city resistant to the avant-garde, she is tasked with selling a collection of his extravagantly priced Tahitian paintings. Gauguin: The Other World is a revelatory biography of an artist whose qualities as a man won him few admirers in his own lifetime, but whose talents as a painter would have an enormous influence on the art of Picasso, Matisse, and many more.

Softcover, 144 pages, full color.

Cover price $19.95.

1st printing.

Story and art by María Herreros.

Georgia O'Keeffe (1887-1986), the American artist known for her paintings of enlarged flowers, New York skyscrapers, and New Mexico landscapes, was one of the most significant artists of the 20th century. During her lifetime, which spanned almost a century, she became widely recognized for her enormous contribution to modern art.

Drawing mainly from O'Keeffe's letters, which are depicted in this biography, artist María Herreros delves into O'Keeffe's deepest self: a tireless traveler, a nature lover, a strong and emancipated woman who carved her own determined path through life and did it her way.

Softcover, 128 pages, full color.

Cover price $19.99.

1st printing.

Written by Vincent Zabus. Art and cover by Thomas Campi.

Intoxicated by the promise of a promotion, Charles Singular for once allows himself a small extravagance: he buys a bowler hat. But there's a problem: this is no ordinary hat. This one once belonged to the surrealist painter René Magritte, and by donning it Charles has unwittingly stepped into the artist's off-kilter world. What's more, he can't escape. At least, not until he has illuminated the secrets behind Magritte's work. What follows is a hallucinatory journey through Magritte's imaginative landscape, a place where facial features mutate, the crescent moon appears in unexpected places, and answers prove frustratingly elusive.

Softcover, 72 pages, full color.

Cover price $14.99.

1st printing. Story and art by Steffen Kverneland. In Munch, writer and artist Steffen Kverneland brings the story of one of the world's most influential painters to vivid life. This extraordinary, inventive graphic novel uses text drawn exclusively from the quotes of Edvard Munch and his contemporaries. Filled with authenticity and life, Munch debunks the familiar myth of the half-mad expressionist painter - anguished, starving, and ill-treated - and draws out his neglected sense of humor and optimism. Born out of a lifelong fascination with Munch's life and work, this is a landmark of graphic biography and the funniest, most entertaining portrait yet of a complex man and the pioneering artist behind The Scream. Softcover, 8-in. x 10-in., 344 pages, full color. Cover price $27.50.

1st printing. Written by Julie Birmant. Art and cover by Clement Oubrerie. This award-winning graphic biography of Pablo Picasso (1881-1973) captures the prolific and eventful life of one of the world's best-loved artists. Pablo explores Picasso's early life among the bohemians of Montmartre, his turbulent relationship with artist/model Fernande Olivier, and how his art developed through friendships with poets Max Jacob and Guillaume Apollinaire, the painter Georges Braque, and his great rival Henri Matisse. Julie Birmant and Clément Oubrerie depict a career that began in poverty and reached its climax with the advent of cubism and modern art. Softcover, 8-in. x 10-in., 344 pages, full color. Cover price $27.50.

Add to cart Fine $2.65

2nd and later printings. Written by Julie Birmant. Art and cover by Clement Oubrerie. This award-winning graphic biography of Pablo Picasso (1881-1973) captures the prolific and eventful life of one of the world's best-loved artists. Pablo explores Picasso's early life among the bohemians of Montmartre, his turbulent relationship with artist/model Fernande Olivier, and how his art developed through friendships with poets Max Jacob and Guillaume Apollinaire, the painter Georges Braque, and his great rival Henri Matisse. Julie Birmant and Clément Oubrerie depict a career that began in poverty and reached its climax with the advent of cubism and modern art. Softcover, 8-in. x 10-in., 344 pages, full color. Cover price $27.50.

1st printing.

Story and art by Typex.

Rembrandt van Rijn (1606-1669) is a towering figure in European art history: a virtuoso painter, draftsman, and etcher whose enduring influence can be seen in the work of artists from J. M. W. Turner to Francis Bacon and beyond. A prolific self-portraitist, Rembrandt is a deeply familiar figure, yet little is known of his life and character. In this first graphic biography of the Dutch master, Typex pieces together the facts that are known about Rembrandt's life to weave a captivating story about a miller's son who, after a brief spell of fame, suffered the fate of so many artists: financial ruin.

It is a story about life and death, love and bereavement, success and loss.

Softcover, 240 pages, full color.

Cover price $29.99.

2nd and later printings.

Story and art by Typex.

Rembrandt van Rijn (1606-1669) is a towering figure in European art history: a virtuoso painter, draftsman, and etcher whose enduring influence can be seen in the work of artists from J. M. W. Turner to Francis Bacon and beyond. A prolific self-portraitist, Rembrandt is a deeply familiar figure, yet little is known of his life and character. In this first graphic biography of the Dutch master, Typex pieces together the facts that are known about Rembrandt's life to weave a captivating story about a miller's son who, after a brief spell of fame, suffered the fate of so many artists: financial ruin.

It is a story about life and death, love and bereavement, success and loss.

Softcover, 240 pages, full color.

Cover price $29.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $3.00

1st printing.

Story and art by Barbara Stok.

This graphic biography documents the brief and intense period of creativity Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890) spent in Arles, Provence, in southern France.

Here van Gogh dreams of setting up an artists' studio, a haven where he and his friends can paint together. But attacks of mental illness leave the painter confused and disoriented. Throughout this period of intense emotion and hardship, Vincent's brother Theo stands by him, offering constant and unconditional support.

Writer and illustrator Barbara Stok breathes riveting new life into a fascinating episode of art history, creating a vivid portrait of one of the world's most beloved and legendary artists.

Softcover, 144 pages, full color.

Cover price $19.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $2.65

1st printing.

Written by Neil Gaiman. Art by Chris Riddell.

A stunning and timely creative call-to-arms combining four extraordinary written pieces by Neil Gaiman illustrated with the striking four-color artwork of Chris Riddell. Drawn from Gaiman's trove of published speeches, poems, and creative manifestos, Art Matters is an embodiment of this remarkable multi-media artist's vision-an exploration of how reading, imagining, and creating can transform the world and our lives.

Art Matters bring together four of Gaiman's most beloved writings on creativity and artistry: "Credo," his remarkably concise and relevant manifesto on free expression; "Make Good Art," his famous 2012 commencement address; "Making a Chair," a poem about the joys of creating something, even when words won't come; and "On Libraries," an impassioned argument for libraries. Featuring original illustrations by Gaiman's longtime illustrator, Chris Riddell, Art Matters is a stirring testament to the freedom of ideas that inspires us to make art in the face of adversity, and dares us to choose to be bold.

Hardcover, 5-in.x 7-in., 128 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations).

Cover price $19.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $3.00

1st printing.

By Ezra Croft and Jennifer Raiser.

Are you Murray obsessed? Then what better way to celebrate everything Bill Murray than through art? The Murray Affair, a traveling Bill Murray art show, does just that. Join in the celebration with The Art of Being Bill, a multifarious, colorful collection of over 150 Bill Murray–inspired artworks, many of which are curated from the show. Just like the man himself, the artwork in The Art of Being Bill is both poignant and funny, from paintings and sketches to digital masterpieces, all highlighting Bill in uniquely creative ways.

Featuring artists from all over the world, details about the inspiration for each piece, fun facts from his groundbreaking movies, and a critical appreciation of some of Murrays landmark roles—spanning his incredible career from Ghostbusters and Groundhog Day to Lost in Translation and The Royal Tenenbaums - this is the ultimate gift book for the film buff, art lover, and Murray addict in your life.

Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 9 1/2-in., 176 pages, full color.

Cover price $25.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $12.00

Add to cart Fine $4.00

2nd and later printings.

By Ezra Croft and Jennifer Raiser.

Are you Murray obsessed? Then what better way to celebrate everything Bill Murray than through art? The Murray Affair, a traveling Bill Murray art show, does just that. Join in the celebration with The Art of Being Bill, a multifarious, colorful collection of over 150 Bill Murray–inspired artworks, many of which are curated from the show. Just like the man himself, the artwork in The Art of Being Bill is both poignant and funny, from paintings and sketches to digital masterpieces, all highlighting Bill in uniquely creative ways.

Featuring artists from all over the world, details about the inspiration for each piece, fun facts from his groundbreaking movies, and a critical appreciation of some of Murrays landmark roles—spanning his incredible career from Ghostbusters and Groundhog Day to Lost in Translation and The Royal Tenenbaums - this is the ultimate gift book for the film buff, art lover, and Murray addict in your life.

Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 9 1/2-in., 176 pages, full color.

Cover price $25.00.

1st printing.

By Jeff Kurtti.

Walt Disney knew that costumes were as much a part of creating a memorable character and credible sense of place as any other of the theatrical crafts. Now be immersed in the fascinating and beautiful breadth of costumes designed for Disney films. Get a close view of these remarkable art works and develop an understanding and appreciation of the depth of pure craft, imagination, passion, and attention to detail from some of the greatest costumiers in entertainment history, including Bill Thomas, Mona May, Ann Hould-Ward, Sandy Powell, Coleen Atwood, Marilyn Vance, and more.

Hardcover, 11-in. x 14-in., 176 pages, full color.

Cover price $45.00.

1st printing. Grab your colored pencils, markers, and crayons to bring iconic video game moments to life! This dynamic coloring book transports gamers back to their favorite video game moments of all time. From fighting zombies to saving princesses, this awesome coloring book allows video game fans to color and reimagine the most memorable, coolest, and most action-packed moments in video game history. With over 50+ games immortalized from over 50 years of gaming, from the beloved Atari Games and classic quarter arcades to modern day MMORPG, fans of all genres will enjoy these exhilarating gaming moments. PLAY AND SLAY ALL DAY: From dodging cops in Vice City to discovering Rapture, youll color and reimagine all the most iconic moments from your favorite video games of all time. GENERATIONAL HISTORY: From quarter arcades to PC, gamers of all eras can once again experience their most unforgettable onscreen moments. IMMORTALIZE THE MOMENTS: With over 60+ pages of iconic scenes to color, fans of every genre can relive their best gaming memories. Softcover, 11-in. x 8-in., 64 pages, B&W. Cover price $14.99.

1st printing. Edited by Stephen Jones. Foreword By John Landis. This revised edition of The Art of Horror Movies includes more films, rare images, and in-depth explorations to bring this award-winning book completely up to date, cementing its position as the definitive and essential guide to horror movies. This handsomely designed hardcover traces the development of the horror film from its inception and celebrates the actors, filmmakers, and artists who were responsible for scaring the pants off successive generations of moviegoers! Edited by multiple award-winning writer and editor Stephen Jones and boasting a foreword by director and screenwriter John Landis (An American Werewolf in London), this volume brings together fascinating and incisive commentary from some of the genre's most highly respected experts. Hardcover, 10-in. x 11-in., 320 pages, full color. Cover price $45.00.

1st Edition - 1st printing.

Foreword by Ron Marz. Edited and designed by Joe Pruett.

Desperado and IDW are proud to present a retrospective volume devoted to the career of one of the most popular comic book artists of the last 35 years, Jim Starlin. Covering everything from his humble beginnings to his rise as one of the industry's top creative talents, this book follows the journey of one of the industry's most fascinating talents. From Captain Marvel to Warlock to Dreadstar to Thanos, this oversized volume will have something for every fan of comic book history and art.

Hardcover, 9-in. x 13-in., 312 pages, full color. Cover price $49.99.

Limited Signed Edition 1st Edition - 1st printing.

Foreword by Ron Marz. Edited and designed by Joe Pruett.

Desperado and IDW are proud to present a retrospective volume devoted to the career of one of the most popular comic book artists of the last 35 years, Jim Starlin. Covering everything from his humble beginnings to his rise as one of the industry's top creative talents, this book follows the journey of one of the industry's most fascinating talents. From Captain Marvel to Warlock to Dreadstar to Thanos, this oversized volume will have something for every fan of comic book history and art.

Hardcover, 9-in. x 13-in., 312 pages, full color. Cover price $79.99.

Extended Edition

1st printing.

Foreword by Ron Marz. Edited and designed by Joe Pruett.

There are few creative names in comics whose influence is felt more in pop culture than Jim Starlin-with his creations Thanos, Gamora and Drax the Destroyer occupying such prominent roles in Marvel's cinematic universe. The "father of the cosmic soap opera," Jim Starlin's name is synonymous with the larger-than-life epic, which is why AfterShock is proud to bring back into print this epic 328-page retrospective on the career of one of the most popular and prolific comic book artists of the last 40 years!

Covering everything from his humble beginnings to his rise as one of the industry's top creative talents, this oversized volume includes glimpses into Starlin's files and sketchbooks, as well as images of his personal favorites with insights into his life and creative process.

The first edition of this volume sold out instantly. Don't be caught short this time! Just in time for the release of Marvel's Avengers: Infinity War movie!

Hardcover, 9-in. x 13-in., 328 pages, full color.

Cover price $49.99.

Extended Edition

2nd and later printings.

Foreword by Ron Marz. Edited and designed by Joe Pruett.

There are few creative names in comics whose influence is felt more in pop culture than Jim Starlin-with his creations Thanos, Gamora and Drax the Destroyer occupying such prominent roles in Marvel's cinematic universe. The "father of the cosmic soap opera," Jim Starlin's name is synonymous with the larger-than-life epic, which is why AfterShock is proud to bring back into print this epic 328-page retrospective on the career of one of the most popular and prolific comic book artists of the last 40 years!

Covering everything from his humble beginnings to his rise as one of the industry's top creative talents, this oversized volume includes glimpses into Starlin's files and sketchbooks, as well as images of his personal favorites with insights into his life and creative process.

The first edition of this volume sold out instantly. Don't be caught short this time! Just in time for the release of Marvel's Avengers: Infinity War movie!

Hardcover, 9-in. x 13-in., 328 pages, full color.

Cover price $49.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $17.00

1st printing.

Edited by Ed Hulse. Introduction by Richard A. Lupoff. Cover by George Gross, Barye Phillips, and Rudolph Belarski. Back Cover by James Bama and Victor Kalin.

Judge these books by their covers! Get immersed in the definitive visual history of pulp fiction paperbacks from 1940 to 1970.

The Art of Pulp Fiction: An Illustrated History of Vintage Paperbacks chronicles the history of pocket-sized paperbound books designed for mass-market consumption, specifically concentrating on the period from 1940 to 1970. These three decades saw paperbacks eclipse cheap pulp magazines and expensive clothbound books as the most popular delivery vehicle for escapist fiction. To catch the eyes of potential buyers they were adorned with covers that were invariably vibrant, frequently garish, and occasionally lurid. Today the early paperbacks-like the earlier pulps, inexpensively produced and considered disposable by casual readers-are treasured collector's items.

Award-winning editor Ed Hulse (The Art of the Pulps and The Blood 'n' Thunder Guide to Pulp Fiction) comprehensively covers the pulp-fiction paperback's heyday. Hulse writes the individual chapter introductions and the captions, while a team of genre specialists and art aficionados contribute the special features included in each chapter. These focus on particularly important authors, artists, publishers, and sub-genres.

Illustrated with more than 500 memorable covers and original cover paintings. Hulse's extensive captions, meanwhile, offer a running commentary on this significant genre, and also contain many obscure but entertaining factoids. Images used in The Art of Pulp Fiction have been sourced from the largest American paperback collections in private hands, and have been curated with rarity in mind, as well as graphic appeal. Consequently, many covers are reproduced here for the first time since the books were first issued.

With an overall Introduction by Richard A. Lupoff, novelist, essayist, pop-culture historian, and author of The Great American Paperback (2001).

Hardcover, 10-in.x 10-in., 240 pages, full color.

Cover price $49.99.

1st printing.

Text by Stephen Humphries. Art and cover by Hugh Syme.

Newly expanded and updated, this beautiful coffee table book delves into the 40-year relationship between Rush and their longtime artist and illustrator, Hugh Syme, with a foreword by drummer and lyricist Neil Peart!

Containing original illustrations, paintings, photography, and the incredible stories behind each album that Hugh Syme has designed with the band since 1975. The book's narration was written by music journalist Stephen Humphries and includes in-depth interviews with each Rush band member and the artist. The Art of Rush also contains entertaining anecdotes and commentary from a wide array of notable musicians, actors, athletes, writers, radio personalities, and Rush insiders about their favorite Rush album covers, which clearly reveals how vital and impactful the visual representation of their music has been through the years. One of the hallmark's of Rush releases is the considerable care and consideration that goes into each one-including the conceptual artwork. Readers may be surprised to discover just how much effort went into each concept and the execution for every album cover!

Some of the regaled stories include furtively crossing the border for a guerilla-style shoot for A Farewell to Kings, trying to herd a warren of rabbits for the cover of Presto, descending into the depths of an autopsy lab to find a brain for Hemispheres, and a stunt involving fire, whiskey, and photographer Deborah Samuel for Moving Pictures. But no history of the band's art would be complete without the story of the creation of arguably the band's most iconic image, The Starman from 2112.

"From the first time Hugh and I met, we shared a level of communication that would sustain us through all the years of discussing art by long distance," said Rush's Neil Peart. The Art Of Rush is a must for fans of Rush, art, and music everywhere.

Hardcover, 12-in. x 12-in., 292 pages, full color.

Cover price $99.95.

1st printing. By Milo Manara and Enard. Translated by Elizabeth Bell. Softcover, 8 1/2-in.x 11-in., 96 pages, Text (with B&W/Sepia Chapter Illustrations). Mature Readers Cover price $17.95.

2nd and later printings. By Milo Manara and Enard. Translated by Elizabeth Bell. Softcover, 8 1/2-in.x 11-in., 96 pages, Text (with B&W/Sepia Chapter Illustrations). Mature Readers Cover price $17.95.

1st printing.

Story and art by Franckie Alarcon.

Fly to Japan and come discover all there is to know about sushi. After revealing the secrets of chocolate to us, Franckie Alarcon offers a gourmet panorama of this exceptional dish that has conquered the planet! But do you really know sushi?

The author traveled to Japan to meet all the players involved in the making of this true work of culinary art. From the traditional starred chef to the young cook who is shaking up the rules, including all the artisans and producers involved, this book covers the most emblematic of Japanese products from A to Z.

A fascinating journey of discovery that, along the way, tells a lot about Japan itself.

Hardcover, 8-in. x 10-in., 160 pages, full color.

Cover price $24.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $17.95

Add to cart Near Mint $17.95

1st printing. By Andrew Dutton. Explore the visual story of 150 iconic and custom sneakers, like the Travis Scott Air Jordans and the N7 x Nike SB Dunk Low 1s, through the creative lens of photographer Andrew Dutton in this fresh collection that will look fly on your coffee table. Every sneaker has a story to tell. From Nike Air Force 1s to the Chuck Taylor All Star, these kicks have gone from the courts to the streets, influencing both fashion and culture. In a tribute to their iconic silhouettes, photographer Andrew Dutton has captured the story of 150 limited-edition, classic, and custom sneakers by focusing solely on their form, texture, and colorway. Visually stunning and artistically fresh, The Art of the Sneaker is a collection of high-quality photographs essential for any sneakerhead, fashion designer, art enthusiast, or collector. Every page is a glimpse into a world of creative expression and visual storytelling that's perfect for both display and inspiration. No long, convoluted narratives necessary—the sneakers speak for themselves. Hardcover, 8-in. x 10-in., 172 pages, full color. Teen Cover price $24.99.

3rd Edition - 1st printing.

Text By Sven Kristen, Otto Von Stroheim, and Jordan Reicjek. Introduction by Josh Agle.

The Art of Tiki is a passionate study of the Tiki idol as an art form.

For the first time, contemporary Tiki art is united and presented equally with what inspired it, original mid-century Polynesian pop. Author Sven Kirsten combines his first-hand experiences in exploring the birth of Tiki style with his intimate knowledge of the Tiki Revival, painting a vivid, visually arresting portrait of a unique, always new art genre.

Hardcover, 9-in. x 11-in., 200 pages, PC/PB&W.

Cover price $40.00.

Written by Robert D. Field. BW and color illustrations.

1st printing.

In The Art of Walt Disney's Mickey Mouse, artists from The Walt Disney Company share their varied interpretations of Disney's legendary mouse. Each book also includes a comprehensive filmography of his animated appearances and a visually rich time line of his career milestones.

The result is a stunning compendium of all things Mickey that's sure to delight art admirers, Disney aficionados, and anyone who remains young at heart.

Hardcover , 10-in. x 10-in., 176 pages, full color. All Ages

NOTE: This item was originally included in The Art of Walt Disney's Mickey Mouse Box Set.

1st printing.

In The Art of Walt Disney's Minnie Mouse, artists from The Walt Disney Company share their varied interpretations of Disney's legendary mouse. Each book also includes a comprehensive filmography of her animated appearances and a visually rich time line of her career milestones.

The result is a stunning compendium of all things Miinnie that's sure to delight art admirers, Disney aficionados, and anyone who remains young at heart.

Hardcover , 10-in. x 10-in., 176 pages, full color. All Ages

NOTE: This item was originally included in The Art of Walt Disney's Mickey Mouse Box Set.

1st printing. By Christopher Finch. Since it was first published in 1973, The Art of Walt Disney: From Mickey Mouse to the Magic Kingdoms and Beyond has established itself as an indispensable classic of illustrated book publishing, selling hundreds of thousands of copies. Offering a comprehensive history and tribute to the career and legacy of Walt Disney, the book was the first to reveal the wealth of concept art, animation drawings, and archival material that is created in the course of animating films. Now back in print to celebrate Disney 100 Years of Wonder, this groundbreaking work collects a century of timeless animation. Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 504 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $100.00.