"Since the dawn of time, skulls have exerted an irresistible fascination . . . etc. Grand statements aside, however, skulls are pretty cool and have inspired a lot of very interesting treatment over the years. In a collection that stretches from catacomb to cartoon, this book offers images of skulls as objects of veneration, fear, comedy, and more.
Perhaps you have to be a bit morbid to enjoy this book (I know I am), but if you are, you will find this a rewarding homage to what lies beneath all our faces."
Publisher Running Press
Publication Date 2014-09-09
Section Art / All Staff Suggestions / Nonfiction Suggestions / Sam C.
Format Paperback
ISBN 9780762454631
Skulls have always captured the human imagination. Now, The Mammoth Book of Skulls collects the most engaging and exciting images of the skull from pop culture around the world.
This collection brings together a visual feast of the popular doom-laden image from graphic novels, manga, graphic design, movies, art, costume, make-up, vintage advertising, and popular culture, along with the just plain weird. With stunning photography throughout, this book provides a wide range of unique and engaging interpretations of the iconic image.