Good Girl Art
Good Girl Art by Ron Goulart, published by Hermes Press in 2007, is a comprehensive exploration of the portrayal of good girls in comic books. This 224-page volume chronicles the evolution of this artistic theme from the late 1930s through various eras, including the war years and the 1950s, up to contemporary times. Goulart, a noted comics historian, provides insights into the comic book sweatshops and highlights the contributions of both American and European comic artists who have embraced this motif.
Readers will find an in-depth history that covers not only the artists and publishers involved but also features rarely seen original artwork from legendary figures such as Matt Baker and Frank Cho. With over 200 illustrations, Good Girl Art combines informative content with visual appeal, making it a significant resource for those interested in comics and literary criticism. This edition is presented in English and measures 12 inches in height and 9 inches in length, offering a substantial look at the intersection of art and narrative in the comic book medium.
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- Noted comics historian Ron Goulart has produced the final word on good girls in the comic books with Good Girl Art. Chronicling the history of the good girl in comics from the beginning, in the comic book sweatshops of the late 1930s, through the war years, the 1950s, to the present. Good Girl Art also covers the many outstanding European comic artists to embrace the use of the good girl in their comics. Good Girl Art covers the publishers, comic books and artists. With insights that only Goulart can provide, readers are given an in-depth and behind-the-scenes history of good girl art in the comics. Good Girl Art also uses rarely seen original artwork by such legendary comic artists as Matt Baker, Lee Elias, Frank Cho, Adam Hughes, Joe Chiodo and Dave Stevens. Not only is Good Girl Art informative and fun to read, it is truly a pleasure to look at with over 200 illustrations.
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