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Action! Mystery! Thrills!: Great Comic Book Covers 193645 Sc
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176 Classic Covers Unfurled In Fullsized Glory! When We Contemplate A Memorable Old Comic Book, The First Thing That Comes To Mind Is Its Cover, And That Was No Accident. Publishers Realized Fairly Quickly That If They Spent A Little Extra To Hire A Good Cover Artist, They Could Fill The Insides With Mediocrity And Still Make A Sizable Profit That All It Took Was A Striking Cover To Entice Thousands Of Kids To Fork Over Their Dimes.Even Today, Covers Drive The Collectors Market. Apart From Numberone Issues And First Appearances, The Strength Of A Comic Books Cover Is The First Consideration In Determining Its Value. Indeed, It Is Now Common Practice To Entomb The Book Between Slabs Of Sealed Plastic With Only The Cover Visible As If The Interior Pages Sole Purpose Was To Provide A Place To Secure The Staples.In Order To Locate The Best Possible Examples, Collectors From Around The World Have Been Enlisted To Share Their Rare And Valuable Comic Books. The Scores Of Cover Artists Represented Include Carl Barks, Charles Biro, Dick Briefer, L.B. Cole, Jack Cole, Reed Crandall, Will Eisner, Bill Everett, Lou Fine, Walt Kelly, Jack Kirby, Mac Raboy, And Alex Schomburg. Every Comic Book Genre Will Be Explored, From Superhero To Detective To Western To Funny Animal.Majestic, Iconic, Chaotic, Or Downright Weird, A Classic Comic Book Cover Has An Undeniable Appeal, And Action! Mystery! Thrills! Celebrates In Spades This Unique Cultural Icon. The Covers Will Be Printed Fullsized On Glossy Paper To Most Faithfully Replicate The Originals, And Arranged Chronologically To Give The Reader A Sense Of The Sweeping Trends And Stylistic Developments Throughout The Mediums First Decade, As Inexorable Waves Of Dazzling Imagery Battled Monthly For Newsstand Attention. 240 Pages Of Fullcolor Comics
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'ACTION! MYSTERY! THRILLS! : Great Comic Book Covers 1936-45'? A: 'ACTION! MYSTERY! THRILLS! : Great Comic Book Covers 1936-45' showcases 176 classic comic book covers from the years 1936 to 1945. The book emphasizes the importance of cover art in attracting readers and collectors, highlighting the work of notable cover artists throughout this period.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 240 pages, filled with full-color reproductions of iconic comic book covers.
- Q: Who is the author of this comic book cover collection? A: The collection is authored by Greg Sadowski, who has curated a selection of significant comic book covers from the specified era.
- Q: Is this book suitable for collectors? A: Yes, this book is particularly suitable for collectors and comic book enthusiasts, as it features rare and valuable covers and provides insights into the evolution of comic book art and trends from 1936 to 1945.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'ACTION! MYSTERY! THRILLS! : Great Comic Book Covers 1936-45' is bound in paperback, making it a lightweight and accessible option for readers.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on February 14, 2012, with a release date of January 30, 2012.
- Q: What genres of comic books are featured in this collection? A: The collection features a variety of comic book genres, including superhero, detective, Western, and funny animal comics, showcasing the diversity of cover art during that time.
- Q: Are the comic book covers printed in full color? A: Yes, the comic book covers are printed in full color on glossy paper, accurately replicating the original artworks to enhance visual appeal.
- Q: Can this book be used for educational purposes? A: Absolutely, this book can serve as a valuable educational resource for those studying the history of comic book art and the cultural significance of comic book covers.
- Q: What is the condition of the item being sold? A: The item is in new condition, ensuring that buyers receive a pristine copy of the book.