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Jack P Pierce: The Man Who Made Monsters – a signed biographical celebration of the make-up artist behind some of Hollywood’s greatest monsters.
The first 200 copies are signed by both authors and numbered, and come with a FREE Jack Pierce art print!
Horror movie fans owe a huge debt of gratitude to Jack Pierce, but many people don’t even know his name. His work at Universal led to a series of unforgettable monster designs in the golden age of horror cinema, as well as plenty of memorable anecdotes from those who worked with him.
Classic Monsters are proud to present Jack P Pierce: The Man Who Made Monsters, a richly illustrated signed biographical magazine recounting the life, work and legacy of the man behind numerous enduring cinematic images, signed by both authors. This beautiful 36-page signed magazine is packed with images of Pierce at work, as well as detailed examinations of his most powerful creations and an exploration of how he has inspired modern make-up artists.
Would the Frankenstein Monster have been so frightening – and yet so sorrowful – had it not been for those heavy eyelids, that mutilated skull, and those electrodes? Can we imagine the Wolf Man any other way? And then there’s the Mummy, swathed in bandages and viewed for just a moment before the transformation into the ancient-looking Ardath Bey… all these wondrous characters, and so many more, took shape in Pierce’s skilled hands.
This Jack Pierce biography magazine, signed by both authors, is a must for any fan either of Pierce himself, or of the Universal classic monster stable. With meticulously restored images showcasing the painstaking craftsmanship of the man himself, this unique publication offers a glimpse into the creative methods, rationale and practical application behind the monsters we love so much.
Within the pages of the Jack P Pierce: The Man Who Made Monsters signed edition you’ll also gain an insight into the man himself, and his famously fearsome attitude to his colleagues. Was he acting like a diva, or simply a man trying to do his best? The quality of his work has never been in doubt, and we also reflect on his fall from grace in a changing industry. The world of horror character design would not be the same without his extraordinary vision and understanding of his craft – this luxurious Jack Pierce biography magazine, signed by both authors, is the perfect way to celebrate his talents.
Remember, the first 200 copies are signed and numbered, and come with a FREE art print!
Prefer an unsigned edition without the art print? Click here for the regular unsigned edition.
Or, for something extra special, click here to check out the exclusive limited hardback edition – there are only 30 in the world!
- 36 pages
- A4
- Full colour throughout
- Luxury gloss laminated cover
Dan Skopp – USA, State of Wisconsin (verified owner) –
This is a well put together informative of Jack Pierce. I have learned more information about the man having read this!!