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Nominated for the 'Best Comics-Related Book' Eisner Award 2021. This wildly entertaining and educational tome is a journey through the history of British comics - from the birth of the 20th century to the 80s invasion of American comics by the likes of Brian Bolland, Dave Gibbons and Kevin O' Neill (to name but a few), right up to today's up-and-coming British art stars and the talents of tomorrow. Revealing the extraordinary history of the UK's prolific comic book industry from the 19th Century to the 21st, this ground breaking volume celebrates the incredible artists who made a huge impact on British comics and would go on to revolutionize the industry on a global scale. Featuring a Who's Who of talent, including Brian Bolland, Yvonne Hutton, Dave Gibbons, celebrated greats such as Don Lawrence and lost masters like Reg Bunn and Shirley Bellwood. Author and 2000 AD artist David Roach takes us on a journey through time detailing the surprising and fascinating evolution of the art from its humble beginnings to its current world-conquering status. Writers: Garth Ennis, John Wagner, Rob Williams, Dan Abnett, Torunn Gronbekk Including artwork from a vast number highly-acclaimed artists, carefully scanned from original artwork, Masters of British Comic Art is the definitive study and celebration of a beloved industry.
Artists & Writers:
(W) David Roach (A) Various (CA) Brian Bolland
Product Details
Release Date: 2025-09-03
Writer: David Roach
Cover Artist: Brian Bolland
Artist: Various
SKU: 0725RB736
Barcode: 9781781087596
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