{"product_id":"the-world-of-the-dark-crystal-hardcover","title":"The World of the Dark Crystal - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJ. J. Llewellyn\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe World of The Dark Crystal\u003c\/i\u003e invites fans to delve into the creation and lore of the Jim Henson classic through the evocative illustrations of Brian Froud, concept designer on the original film.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSince its original release in 1982, Jim Henson's brilliant film \u003ci\u003eThe Dark Crystal\u003c\/i\u003e has gone on to become a beloved cult classic. \u003ci\u003eThe World of Dark Crystal\u003c\/i\u003e--the original companion art book to the film--was created by Henson and internationally renowned artist Brian Froud to showcase the gorgeous conceptual artwork created for the film and delve deeper into the lore that underpins Thra, the magical world at the heart of the film. Now, for the first time in over a decade, \u003ci\u003eThe World of Dark Crystal\u003c\/i\u003e is back in print, featuring an abundance of striking art and all of the bonus material from the 2003 Collector's Edition. Also included in this exclusive volume is a fascinating essay by Froud on the creative process behind the making of the film and a facsimile of a booklet presented to the film's early backers--a gorgeous overview of the story so rare only a few original copies exist. Beautiful, imaginative, and powerful, \u003ci\u003eThe World of The Dark Crystal\u003c\/i\u003e celebrates the landmark fantasy film that continues to win new fans more than three decades after its release.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor more than 30 years, \u003cb\u003eBrian Froud\u003c\/b\u003e's significant accomplishments have defined a genre and spanned every aspect of modern media. Froud has sold over eight million books worldwide, designed two award-winning, landmark feature films (\u003ci\u003eThe Dark Crystal\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eLabyrinth\u003c\/i\u003e), and won numerous international awards, including the Hugo Award for Best Original Artwork. His work has been featured in exhibitions throughout the world, and his paintings reside in many private and public collections. Froud lives in Devon, England, with his wife, internationally acclaimed doll maker Wendy Froud.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 132\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.1 x 13.2 x 10.9 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 07, 2020\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51770267992352,"sku":"9781683838593","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/008a64a52e1c1ce6b48d99533dfaeff4.webp?v=1780368288","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/the-world-of-the-dark-crystal-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}