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Pulp Power: The Shadow, Doc Savage, and the Art of the Street & Smith Universe

Name: Pulp Power: The Shadow, Doc Savage, and the Art of the Street & Smith Universe
Price: 39.95 USD
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“A gorgeous tribute to the art of classic crime serials” (Boing Boing), Neil McGinness’s Pulp Power: The Shadow, Doc Savage, and the Art of the Street & Smith Universe is a visual treasury of the iconic Street & Smith pulp novel covers of the 1930s and 1940s.

Foreword by Frank Miller

Pulp Power gives fans a rare glimpse into the pre-war pulp novel decade of the 1930s, a period of bold action and adventure storytelling that ultimately led to the creation of the comic book and the superheroes we know and love today. This period, a pre-Batman, pre-Superman golden era of American creativity and artistic excellence, starred two main characters in leading roles: The Shadow and Doc Savage. In more than 500 novels written between 1930 and 1940, The Shadow, Doc Savage, and the Street & Smith universe of characters captivated a generation of Americans with their heroic exploits and inspired a new generation of writers to create a pantheon of comic book superheroes in their mold.

Street & Smith, the renowned publisher of these novels, commissioned leading artists to provide bold and original cover artwork for their publications, and in Pulp Power, hundreds of these eye-catching covers are reproduced as a collection for the first time. Comics legend Dan DiDio provides context for the cover illustrations alongside a narrative discussion of the influence of the Street & Smith superhero universe on legendary creators such as Orson Welles, Truman Capote, Michael Chabon, George Lucas, Agnes Moorehead, James Patterson, Walter Mosley, Dwayne Johnson, Frank Miller, James Bama, Jim Steranko, Jim Lee, Gail Simone, and many more. The book also includes original line art illustrations from the volumes along with unique reproductions of Shadow ephemera. Pulp Power is the ultimate coffee table collectible book for all who love the world of superheroes.

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Experience the thrilling world of classic crime serials with Pulp Power: The Shadow, Doc Savage, and the Art of the Street & Smith Universe! This visually stunning book is a must-have for any fan of the iconic Street & Smith pulp novel covers from the 1930s and 1940s. With over 500 novels written during this golden era of American creativity, The Shadow, Doc Savage, and the Street & Smith universe captivated a generation and paved the way for the comic book superheroes we know and love today. Be transported back to a time of bold action and adventure storytelling that inspired legendary creators such as Orson Welles, Truman Capote, and George Lucas.

Step into the world of Street & Smith with Pulp Power, the ultimate coffee table collectible book. Immerse yourself in the captivating cover art that adorned these beloved novels, carefully reproduced for the first time in this stunning collection. Marvel at the artistic excellence commissioned by Street & Smith as leading artists brought these thrilling stories to life. From daring heroes to menacing villains, this book showcases the vibrant and iconic imagery that continues to resonate with fans today.

Not only does Pulp Power showcase the incredible artwork, but it also provides in-depth context and analysis by comics legend Dan DiDio. Discover how the Street & Smith universe influenced a wide range of legendary creators, from Michael Chabon to James Patterson. Learn about the impact of these seminal characters on pop culture and how they shaped the future of storytelling. With original line art illustrations and unique reproductions of Shadow ephemera, this book truly is a treasure trove of superhero history.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to own a piece of comic book and pulp novel history. Whether you're a die-hard fan or a newcomer to the genre, Pulp Power: The Shadow, Doc Savage, and the Art of the Street & Smith Universe is a must-read for all who love the world of superheroes. Take a journey back in time and rediscover the power of imagination and storytelling. Get your copy today and unlock the secrets of the pre-war pulp novel decade.

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