{"title":"Javier Mariscal","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the multifaceted talents of Javier Mariscal. Renowned for his unique style and vibrant storytelling, Mariscal is a Spanish artist whose work seamlessly blends illustration, design, and narrative art. His creations, notably in the realm of \u003cem\u003egraphic novels\u003c\/em\u003e, captivate audiences with their rich visuals and engaging plots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA highlight of this category is the acclaimed graphic novel \u003cem\u003eChico \u0026amp; Rita\u003c\/em\u003e. Set against the backdrop of Cuba's lively music scene, this heartfelt story of romance and ambition is brought to life through Mariscal's masterful illustrations. The book beautifully complements the animation of the award-winning film of the same name, for which Mariscal also contributed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the world of Javier Mariscal and discover stories told through an innovative blend of art and narrative that offer both visual delight and compelling storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chico-rita-by-fernando-trueba-9781906838294","title":"Chico \u0026 Rita","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCuba, 1948. Chico is a young piano player with big dreams. Rita is a beautiful singer with an extraordinary voice. Music and romantic desire unite them, but their journey brings heartache and torment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Havana to New York, Paris, Hollywood, and Las Vegas, two passionate individuals battle impossible odds to unite in music and love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJavier Mariscal's art perfectly captures the steamy, vibrant atmosphere of 1940s Havana and transports the reader back to a time filled with music and romance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBased on the true story of Grammy Award-winning Cuban pianist and bandleader Bebo Valdes, this graphic novel is adapted from the animated feature film \u003cem\u003eChico \u0026amp; Rita\u003c\/em\u003e, directed by Trueba and Mariscal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47362535653612,"sku":"9781906838294","price":41.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/25308803482866.jpg?v=1772889512"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/javier-mariscal.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}