Hokusai
A Graphic Biography
Francesco Matteuzzi author Giuseppe Latanza author
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Orion Publishing Co
Published:1st Apr '21
Should be back in stock very soon
A graphic biography of Katsushika Hokusai – perhaps Japan's most internationally famous historical artist
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
Dimensions: 246mm x 174mm x 18mm
Weight: 560g
128 pages