In Reinventing Comics–the new century manifesto on the many futures of comics art–the renowned author of Understanding Comics takes a fascinating look at how imagination and technology are revolutionizing comics.
In 1993, Scott McCloud tore down the wall between high and low culture with the acclaimed international hit Understanding Comics, a massive comic book that explored the inner workings of the worlds most misunderstood art form. Now, McCloud takes comics to the next level, charting twelve different revolutions in how comics are created, read, and perceived today.
Part One of this fascinating and in-depth book includes:
- The life of comics as an art form and as literature
The battle for creators’ rights
Reinventing the business of comics
The volatile and shifting public perceptions of comics
Sexual and ethnic representation on comics
Then in Part Two, McCloud paints a breathtaking picture of comics’ digital revolutions, including:
- The intricacies of digital production
The exploding world of online delivery
The ultimate challenges of the infinite digital canvas
Author: Scott McCloud
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: William Morrow & Company
Published: 07/25/2000
Pages: 256
Weight: 1.25lbs
Size: 10.19h x 6.68w x 0.65d
ISBN: 9780060953508
Language: English
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