A stunning visual biography of one of Japan's most famous historical
artists, this book beautifully illustrates the story of Katsushika
Hokusai.
Enter the world of Katsushika Hokusai - the enigmatic creator of
Japanese art's all-time most iconic image. This vivid graphic biography
tells the story of Hokusai's intriguing life and pioneering works,
details the fascinating historical context of Edo-era Japan, and
explains how Hokusai forged an image of his country that still resonates
across the world today.
Telling the story of both his eccentric (and incredibly productive)
life - while simultaneously painting a fascination picture of his wider
cultural legacy, this book is ideal for both those new to Hokusai's
work - and his biggest fans. Those who enjoyed Basquiat: A Graphic
Novel by Paolo Parisi or Pollock Confidential: A Graphic Novel by
Onofrio Catacchio should look at this too.