Comic books in 'Godzilla'

Special Effect director Koichi Kawakita's book on all of the machinery and inventions to appear in Toho's science fiction films. From the Oxygen Destroyer in Godzilla (1954) to Kiryu in Godzilla Against Mechagodzilla (2002), this giant book is pretty much a bible for anyone interested in the great number of fantastic machines to have been featured in Toho's movies. NOTE: Text is in Japanese.

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1st printing. Tokusatsu (which translates literally as special filming) is one of Japans most beloved art forms. From kaiju such as Godzilla and Mothra to super sentai including the Power Rangers and Ultraman, tokusatsu has brought countless fan-favorite characters to life with its distinctive and groundbreaking special effects. Tokusatsu celebrates the mediums long and colorful history with lavish illustrations showcasing the eye-catching visuals of the genre—from terrifying monsters to giant robots and Lycra-clad superheroes. It examines the interplay of evolving technologies and Japanese culture from the 1950s to today, and there are biographies of legendary, genre-defining directors including Eiji Tsuburaya, Sonny Chiba, and Tohl Narita. Written by a passionate expert, this panoramic celebration has something special to offer die-hard tokusatsu fans, film and pop culture buffs, and the newly curious alike. Hardcover, 9 1/2-in x 10 1/2-in., 208 pages, full color. Cover price $39.99.

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1st printing. Written by Sheila Keenan. Art and cover by Robert Squier. In this addition to the What Is the Story Of? series, young readers will discover the exciting story of one of the world's favorite monsters-Godzilla! In 1954, Godzilla appeared on screen for the first time in a Japanese film directed by Ishiro Honda. Awakened by nuclear radiation, the enormous sea monster has appeared in over thirty other films, making Godzilla the longest-running film franchise in history. Known as the "King of the Monsters," Godzilla has earned a huge fanbase worldwide. The dinosaur-like amphibian has been featured alongside friends and foes such as Mothra and Mechagodzilla, in TV shows, books, video games, and more. There is even a Godzilla star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame! Learn about the lasting legacy of this iconic character in this nonfiction book for young readers. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 112 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). All Ages Cover price $7.99.