A stunning visual biography of one of Japan's most famous historical artists, this book beautifully illustrates the story of Katsushika Hokusai.
Enter the world of Katsushika Hokusai - the enigmatic creator of Japanese art's all-time most iconic image. This vivid graphic biography tells the story of Hokusai's intriguing life and pioneering works, details the fascinating historical context of Edo-era Japan, and explains how Hokusai forged an image of his country that still resonates across the world today.
Telling the story of both his eccentric (and incredibly productive) life - while simultaneously painting a fascination picture of his wider cultural legacy, this book is ideal for both those new to Hokusai's work - and his biggest fans. Those who enjoyed Basquiat: A Graphic Novel by Paolo Parisi or Pollock Confidential: A Graphic Novel by Onofrio Catacchio should look at this too.
| ISBN: | 9781786278937 |
| Publication date: | 1st April 2021 |
| Author: | Francesco Matteuzzi |
| Illustrator: | Giuseppe Lantaza |
| Publisher: | Laurence King Publishing an imprint of Orion |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 126 pages |
| Series: | Graphic Lives |
| Genres: |
Graphic novels Biography: arts and entertainment |
A stunning visual biography of one of Japan's most famous historical artists, this book beautifully illustrates the story of Katsushika Hokusai.Enter the world of Katsushika Hokusai - the enigmatic creator of Japanese art's all-time most iconic image. This vivid graphic biography tells the story of Hokusai's intriguing life and pioneering works, details the fascinating historical context of Edo-era Japan, and explains how Hokusai forged an image of his country that still resonates across the world today.Telling the story of both his eccentric (and incredibly productive) life - while simultaneously painting a fascination picture of his wider cultural legacy, this book is ideal for both those new to Hokusai's work - and his biggest fans.
Hokusai features in the following genres: Graphic novels, Biography: arts and entertainment
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Hokusai was written by Francesco Matteuzzi and published by Laurence King Publishing an imprint of Orion
Hokusai has 126 pages
Yes it is part of Graphic Lives series
£13.49, reduced from £14.99. Temporarily Out Of Stock.