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A landmark international history of animation, featuring all genres, styles, media & techniques alongside stunning imagery. Since its earliest days, animation has captured our imagination like no other art form, giving us some of our best-loved characters & telling some of our most memorable stories. The World History of Animation is a comprehensive guide to the animated universe, ranging from the trick films of the nineteenth century to the latest in 3D CGI. An exhaustive timeline of animation milestones forms the backbone of the book, with synopses & stills from award-winning classics as well as lesser-known gems. The book celebrates animation in all its forms, including short films, movies, television series, music videos, computer games, & online. All genres & techniques are covered, from childrens favourites & FX blockbusters, to cult animes & art-house experiments. There are also biographies detailing the lives & achievements of the most influential artists & studios, as well as essays on important developments & movements, such as the evolution of computer animation. Plus, this beautiful volume

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