Understanding Comics
Understanding Comics
Scott McCloud
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Understanding Comics

Understanding Comics: The Invisible Art

Scott McCloud
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Scott McCloud
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In "Understanding Comics," Scott McCloud embarks on a profound exploration of the comic book as a unique and powerful medium of expression. With engaging wit and remarkable clarity, McCloud delves into the anatomy of comics, dissecting their intricate language of imagery and text. Through a compelling comic book format, he invites readers on a journey through time, tracing the evolution of the art form from its primitive origins to its sophisticated contemporary state. McCloud's analysis illuminates how comics harness the interplay of time, space, and the human psyche to create immersive narratives that captivate our imagination. More than just a study, McCloud challenges our perceptions of art, communication, and the cognitive processes that underpin our experience of comics. He lays bare the invisible mechanisms that guide the reader's gaze and thoughts, transforming simple panels into vibrant, living stories. By revealing the invisible craft behind the art, McCloud empowers readers and creators alike to see comics in a new light. "Understanding Comics" is not just a book about comics; it's a masterclass in storytelling, a manifesto for creativity, and a celebration of the human spirit's endless capacity to dream in sequences of words and pictures.

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Released
1993
1 Aug
Length
222
Pages

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I have given away many, many copies. - Seth Godin
On the "books read" section of Ev Williams' GoodReads profile.
Art, as I see it, is any human activity which doesn’t grow out of either of our species’ two basic instincts: survival and reproduction.
— Scott McCloud, Understanding Comics

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