{"title":"Gene Colan","description":"\u003cp\u003eDelve into the artistic world of \u003cstrong\u003eGene Colan\u003c\/strong\u003e, an iconic figure in the realm of comic book artistry. Renowned for his dynamic and cinematic style, Colan's work graced the pages of many beloved graphic novels. With a career spanning decades, he played a pivotal role in shaping the visual narratives of many classic stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of our collection are \u003cem\u003eThe Atlas Comics Library No. 1\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eNo. 4\u003c\/em\u003e, which exemplify Colan's mastery in bringing complex characters and stories to life through his art. These books, categorised under Arts \u0026amp; Culture and Graphic Novels, are essential reads for anyone eager to explore the evolution of comic book art and storytelling techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGene Colan's influence extends beyond his remarkable illustrations; his work continues to inspire artists and captivate audiences globally, making this collection a must-have for enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Discover the vivid worlds and compelling artistry of Gene Colan in our carefully curated selection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-atlas-comics-library-no-1-by-basil-wolverton-9781683968719","title":"The Atlas Comics Library No. 1","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAtlas holds a special place among aficionados of the genre, producing more horror titles and issues by far than anyone in the industry. While the quality of EC's six horror\/sci-fi titles was unsurpassed with their elite cadre of talent, Atlas was the equivalent of the B-movies studio, churning out anywhere from 8 to 12 different horror titles a month. This provided a wider array of artists, including some of the best craftsmen of the era, a chance to show off their talents. In addition to those already mentioned, future volumes will include Bill Everett, John Romita, Bernie Krigstein, Jerry Robinson, Harry Anderson, and Matt Fox. Stories from Marvel's Atlas line have barely been reprinted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fantagraphics Atlas Comics Library is the first attempt to publish a carefully curated line of Atlas titles. Our first volume, \u003cem\u003eAdventures Into Terror\u003c\/em\u003e, includes a treasure trove of stories drawn by many of the most stylistically accomplished artists of the Golden Age, including George Tuska, Carl Burgos, Mike Sekowsky, Joe Maneely, and Joe Sinnott. Highlights include Russ Heath's two-part story \"The Brain\" from issue #4 and \"Return of the Brain\" from issue #6; Basil Wolverton's classic \"Where Monsters Dwell\" from issue #7; Gene Colan's moody \"House of Horror\" in issue #3; and Don Rico's wild layouts showcased in #4's \"The Torture Room.\" The stories are written firmly in the tradition of the pulpy, perverse, borderline deranged style that brought Fredric Wertham, the United States Senate Sub-Committee, and public opinion down like a sledgehammer on comics in the early '50s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEdited by Atlas scholar Dr. Michael J. Vassallo, scanned directly from the published comics, and meticulously restored by Allan Harvey, the first volume of the new Fantagraphics Atlas Library series is an event among comics lovers, collectors, and historians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46794516824300,"sku":"9781683968719","price":66.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/15390463482787.jpg?v=1757021946"},{"product_id":"the-atlas-comics-library-no-4-by-joe-maneely-9781683969686","title":"The Atlas Comics Library No. 4","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForged in the crucible of the Korean War, and produced by veterans of the Second World War, this volume's eight issues present the brutality and grimness of armed combat by some of Atlas' most notable war artists and future comics stars, including Gene Colan, Russ Heath, Joe Maneely, Dave Berg, Jay Scott Pike, Mike Sekowsky, Vern Henkel, Allen Bellman, Pete Morisi, and Norman Steinberg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePropaganda abounds from the very first story, published in \u003cem\u003eWar Comics #1\u003c\/em\u003e in September 1950: \"Peril in Korea,\" a primer explaining why the USA joined the conflict. Other highlights include Colan's \"The Chips are Down\" and \"Victory,\" Heath's \"Alone\" and \"No Survivors,\" Maneely's \"Stormy Weather,\" Henkel's \"Total Destruction,\" and Berg's \"The Infantry's War.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally a trial spun off from the publisher's \"Men's Adventure\" publications, in the nine years to follow, Atlas went on to produce 533 comic book issues with war content, across 34 different titles. \u003cem\u003eWar Comics\u003c\/em\u003e is where it all began—unseen in decades, scanned from the original books, restored, and packaged as one large, beautiful hardcover volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46794587242732,"sku":"9781683969686","price":66.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/15400133482787.jpg?v=1757022536"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/gene-colan.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}