Art of Modern Rock A-Z

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Art of Modern Rock A-Z
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Dennis King
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:192
Dimensions(mm): Height 203,Width 157
Category/GenreRock and Pop
ISBN/Barcode 9780811861342
ClassificationsDewey:781.66
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher Chronicle Books
Imprint Chronicle Books
Publication Date 18 September 2007
Publication Country United States

Description

From the coauthor of the smash success Art of Modern Rock comes its impish sibling, a compact volume ofdynamic rock posters. Filled with classic hits from the original volume plus loads of new material, Art of Modern Rock Mini #1: AZ is reformatted into a witty, giftable alphabet-book package. From Anarchy" to "Zombie," all the key poster tropes and genres are covered. Designed for rock fans, art and design aficionados, and poster collectors alike, this mini spin-off is perfectly poised to reach legions of young (and young at heart) fans and new enthusiasts for the most enduring visual artifact and collectible of current musicthe rock poster."

Author Biography

Dennis King is an internationally recognized authority on vintage rock and roll posters; contemporary posters, graphics, and screenprints, and Japanese pop culture artifacts. He maintains one of the largest private poster collections in the world and is regularly called upon by publications, libraries, and museums worldwide for authentication and historical commentary. King operates the D.King Gallery in Berkeley, Calif., which services an extensive poster-related Web site at www.dking-gallery.com, and sponsors the highly respected informational site rockpostercollector.com. He is coauthor of Art of Modern Rock: The Poster Explosion.