I’m a sucker for a good visual reference book. When I saw Art of Imagination on the shelf at the store the other week, I couldn’t help but put it in my hands. Of course as soon as I lifted the 10 pound(!) book, I figured it had to be good. So I set it on the ground and sifted through the 768 pages containing the 1300 posters and covers and realized that I simply had to have it. I was extremely pleased (giddy is more like it) when I saw the $20 price tag (marked-down from $40). Really, this book should be going for $60.
From the book description:
“Since the beginning of his existence, man has used imagination to create magical worlds that would transport him beyond the borders of reality. Art of Imagination is a trilogy consisting of the award winning Illustrated History series: Science Fiction of the 20th Century (Year 2000 Hugo Award Winner), Horror of the 20th Century (Bram Stoker Award nominee), and Fantasy of the 20th Century creating the ultimate collection. It was in the twentieth century that book, magazine, and poster artists reached new pinnacles of creativity in depicting the unknown. This collection of works by artists and designers of movie posters, books, and magazines provides a hearty feast for the eyes of the enchanted reader. These artisans and their works are the subject of this new must-have book for not only collectors of memorabilia, but for every person who has longed to step into his or her imaginary world, be it one of fantasy, flight, or fear — if only for a moment.”
And given the size of the book, it’s a long moment. It’s on Amazon right now for $13, but I think after S&H the price will end up closer to what I paid for it locally. If you’re into sci-fi, fantasy, and horror genre references, this is a book you’ll want to have. Here is only a small sample of the spreads:
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