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Dungeons and Dragons Art and Arcana
A Visual History
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A deluxe slipcase edition of the illustrated guide to the history and evolution of Dungeons & Dragons, with one-of-a-kind art from Hydro74, one of the most acclaimed contemporary D&D artists. It features frameable, high-quality reproductions of truly unique native art and a facsimile reproduction of Gary Gygax's never-before-seen, historic first draft of the Tomb of Horrors adventure—a rarity many thought was lost to the ages.
This deluxe, special edition package contains art prints, ephemera, and the illustrated guide to the history and evolution of the beloved role-playing game as told through the paintings, sketches, and illustrations behind its creation, growth, and continued popularity.
FINALIST FOR THE HUGO AWARD • FINALIST FOR THE LOCUS AWARD • NOMINATED FOR THE DIANA JONES AWARD
From one of the most iconic game brands in the world, this official Dungeons & Dragons illustrated history provides an unprecedented look at the visual evolution of the brand, showing its continued influence on the worlds of pop culture and fantasy. Inside the book, you'll find more than seven hundred pieces of artwork—from each edition of the core role-playing books, supplements, and adventures; as well as Forgotten Realms and Dragonlance novels; decades of Dragon and Dungeon magazines; and classic advertisements and merchandise. Additionally, it includes never-before-seen sketches, large-format canvases, rare photographs, one-of-a-kind drafts, and more from the now-famous designers and artists associated with Dungeons & Dragons.
The superstar author team gained unparalleled access to the archives of Wizards of the Coast and the personal collections of top collectors, as well as the designers and illustrators who created the distinctive characters, concepts, and visuals that have defined fantasy art and gameplay for generations. This is the most comprehensive collection of D&D imagery ever assembled, making this the ultimate collectible for the game's millions of fans around the world.
Contained inside a clamshell featuring original illustrations by superstar D&D artist Hydro74, this special edition includes 10 high-quality prints of classic Dungeons & Dragons artwork, as well as a pamphlet-sized, unpublished original version of the game's most infamous adventure module and deathtrap, Tomb of Horrors, written by Dungeons & Dragons co-creator Gary Gygax.
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Dungeons and Dragons Art and Arcana is highly praised for its comprehensive visual history of the Dungeons & Dragons universe. Reviewers highlight its engaging artwork and insightful anecdotes that cater to both nostalgic fans and newcomers. The book is celebrated as a passionate homage to the game's evolution, capturing the imaginations of millions and offering a unique trip down memory lane for enthusiasts.
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INFORMATION
Barcode: 9780399582752
Publisher: Ten Speed Press
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 23 October 2018
Country: United States
Imprint: Ten Speed Press
Illustration: 350 illustrations
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 229.0mm
Height: 279.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 448
About the Author
MICHAEL WITWER is the author of the critically acclaimedEmpire of Imagination- Gary Gygax and the Birth of Dungeons & Dragons, a GeekDad Best Book of 2015. Michael is widely considered an expert onD&Dhistory and has spoken on the topic at Google as part of itsGoogle Talksseries, on NPR'sAll Things Considered, as well as at major book and gaming conventions such as the Boston Book Festival, Gen Con, and Origins. KYLE NEWMAN is a writer/director whose directorial work includesFanboyswritten by Ernie Cline, starring Kristen Bell and Seth Rogen;Barely Lethal,starringSamuel L. Jackson,HaileeSteinfeld, andJessica Alba; and music videos for artists includingLana Del Rey andTaylor Swift.Newman alsoproducedthe critically acclaimed documentaryRaiders- The Story of the Greatest Fan Film Ever Made.Hisclients include Microsoft,InterscopeRecords, Starz, Coca Cola,Entertainment Weekly, andLucasfilm. JON PETERSON is a widely recognized authority on the history of games. His bookPlaying at the Worldwas called "the first serious history of the development ofDungeons & Dragons" byThe Village Voice. He has contributed to academic anthologies on games includingZones of Controland the forthcomingRole-playing Game Studies- Transmedia Foundations. Jon also writes for gaming and geek culture websites including BoingBoing, the Escapist, and GamaSutra, as well as his popular RPG history blog, playingattheworld.blogspot.com. SAM WITWER is an actor whose work includes leading roles in the SyFy seriesBeing Human, for which he was nominated for a Gemini Award, and theStar Wars Saga, where he brings various characters to life in video games, film, and television-including an Emmy-nominated performance as the voice of Darth Maul. He has also been featured onOnce Upon a Time,Smallville,Battlestar Galactica, Stephen King'sThe Mist, andDexter. He has been an avidDungeons & Dragonsplayer since age 11.
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