Jim Henson's fantasy film "The Dark Crystal", featuring the concept design of artist Brian Froud, has developed a big cult following over 25 years. This is a reissue of the work as a collector's edition. It contains all of the art and text of the original volume - plus a new essay by Froud, illustrated with never-before-published paintings, drawings and sculptures from the film's archives. This edition also features a facsimile of a 20-page booklet Froud and Henson created to present the film to backers, which gives an ...
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Jim Henson's fantasy film "The Dark Crystal", featuring the concept design of artist Brian Froud, has developed a big cult following over 25 years. This is a reissue of the work as a collector's edition. It contains all of the art and text of the original volume - plus a new essay by Froud, illustrated with never-before-published paintings, drawings and sculptures from the film's archives. This edition also features a facsimile of a 20-page booklet Froud and Henson created to present the film to backers, which gives an overview of the story.
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Add this copy of The World of the Dark Crystal to cart. $23.45, very good condition, Sold by Wm Burgett Bks & Collectibles rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from San Diego, CA, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by Harry N. Abrams, Inc.
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Near Fine. CLEAN near fine 2003 2nd printing hardcover with very good-dust jacket. includes facsimile booklet of original concept drawings in pocket in rear.
Add this copy of The World of the Dark Crystal: the Collector's Edition to cart. $31.04, good condition, Sold by Dream Books Co. rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Denver, CO, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by Abrams.
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Good. Gently used with minimal wear on the corners and cover. A few pages may contain light highlighting or writing but the text remains fully legible. Dust jacket may be missing and supplemental materials like CDs or codes may not be included. Could have library markings. Ships promptly!
Add this copy of The World of the Dark Crystal: the Collector's Edition to cart. $62.00, good condition, Sold by Found Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by Harry N. Abrams.
Add this copy of The World of the Dark Crystal: the Collector's Edition to cart. $71.25, like new condition, Sold by Wonder Book - Member ABAA/ILAB rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Frederick, MD, UNITED STATES, published 2012 by Harry N. Abrams.
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Like New. NY: The Jim Henson Company/Abrams, 2003. 4th printing. Collector's edition. Folio Hardcover. 132pp. B/W and color illustrations. Fine book and Near Fine dust jacket. Includes facsimile booklet of original concept drawings. In protective mylar cover. (movies, film, art) Inquire if you need further information. NOT AVAILABLE FOR SHIPMENT OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES.
Add this copy of The World of the Dark Crystal: the Collector's Edition to cart. $72.95, like new condition, Sold by Broad Street Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Branchville, NJ, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by Abrams.
Add this copy of The World of the Dark Crystal to cart. $77.00, very good condition, Sold by Mainly Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Silverdale, PA, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by The Jim Henson Company / Harry N. Abrams.
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Very Good+ in Very Good+ dust jacket. 0810945797. Large format hardcover with dustjacket, first printing of this new edition as indicated by the publisher's "1" in the number line on copyright page, "This beautiful new collector's edition includes a fascinating new essay by Froud in which he shares his personal observations on the creative process he and Henson employed while making the film, and it includes 15 new pieces of never-before-published art from the Henson archives. Most remarkable, it also features a facsimile of a fascinating booklet Froud and Henson created to present the film to the early backers-a gorgeous overview of the story so rare only a few copies are know to exist, " book has moderate bumps to the top corners and minor creasing at bottom of spine, the binding is tight and clean and the contents are fine, the jacket has mild edge-creasing at top and bottom, a short crease on the front flap, and a tiny amount of edge-wear at bottom of spine, the jacket is clean and attractive, the original price is present and a professional (removable) mylar cover is included; 132 pages.
Add this copy of The World of the Dark Crystal to cart. $78.00, very good condition, Sold by Russell Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Victoria, BC, CANADA, published 2012 by Harry N. Abrams.
Add this copy of The World of the Dark Crystal includes booklet of to cart. $85.50, like new condition, Sold by Ken's Collectibles rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Olmsted Falls, OH, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by Harry N. Abrams/Jim Henson.
Add this copy of The World of the Dark Crystal: the Collector's Edition to cart. $98.24, new condition, Sold by GridFreed rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from North Las Vegas, NV, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by Abrams.
This lavish production is a must for any fan of the movie "The Dark Crystal". A huge book to grace any coffee table, it's crammed with full-colour illustrations and a fascinating text which could be considered a fantasy tale in its own right. It purports to be the first findings of an archaeological study of the world of the Crystal, in which human researchers strive to understand its strange artifacts and decipher the documents left by Aughra the seer. The mystical and spiritual forces inherent in the story, which are barely hinted at in the film, are discussed in much greater depth here. In fact, if you are of a mystical or occultist bent, you will find much food for thought! For the more technically minded, it is possible to trace the development of the film design through the illustrations. The story's evolution is highlighted in this collector's edition by the bonus document -- a facsimile of the original story outline (also illustrated), produced to show to potential investors. I've wanted my own copy for 20 years, and now that I have it, my only regret is not buying it sooner!
