The Art of Castle in the Sky -- Hayao Miyazaki

<b>The definitive examination of the art and animation of Studio Ghibli's masterpiece of fantasy and flight, Castle in the Sky!</b> <p/>The latest in the perennially popular line of Studio Ghibli art books, which include interviews, concept sketches and finished animation cels from classics such as <i>Spirited Away</i> and <i>My Neighbor Totoro</i>. <p/>Hayao Miyazaki's <i>Castle in the Sky</i> was the first feature film produced by the legendary Studio Ghibli. Sheeta, a girl who has the power to defy gravity, is on the run from pirates when she meets the young inventor Pazu. Together they explore the secrets of Laputa, a flying city constructed by a long-lost race of people. All of Miyazaki's major themes--the power of flight, the bravery of young women, and a world wrecked by change--are captured with beautiful animation and joyous storytelling.<br><br><b>Author:</b> Hayao Miyazaki<br><b>Publisher:</b> Viz Media<br><b>Published:</b> 10/18/2016<br><b>Pages:</b> 194<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Hardcover<br><b>Weight:</b> 2.60lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 11.70h x 8.50w x 0.80d<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9781421582726<br><p><b>About the Author</b><br>Hayao Miyazaki is one of Japan's most beloved animation directors. In 2005 he was awarded the Venice International Film Festival's Golden Lion Award for Lifetime Achievement, and his Studio Ghibli received the festival's Osella Award for overall achievement in 2004. Miyazaki's films include <i>Spirited Away</i>, winner of the 2002 Academy Award(R) for Be