Delphi Collected Works of Katsushika Hokusai (Illustrated)

Hokusai, the Japanese master artist and printmaker of the ukiyo-e school, produced a vast array of artworks, including single-sheet prints of landscapes and actors, hand paintings, individual surimonos, erotic books and many more. His famous print series &quote;Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji&quote; marks the summit in the history of the Japanese landscape print, as epitomised by his world famous design 'The Great Wave off Kanagawa'. Hokusai's determined industry, spanning over seventy years of continuous creation, serves as the prototype of the single-minded artist, striving to complete his given task in the endless pursuit of perfection. Delphi's Masters of Art Series presents the world's first digital e-Art books, allowing readers to explore the works of great artists in comprehensive detail. This volume presents Hokusai's collected works in beautiful detail, with concise introductions, hundreds of high quality images and the usual Delphi bonus material. (Version 1)* The collected works of Katsushika Hokusai - over 800 prints, fully indexed and arranged in chronological and alphabetical order* Includes reproductions of rare works* Features a special 'Highlights' section, with concise introductions to the masterpieces, giving valuable contextual information* Enlarged 'Detail' images, allowing you to explore Hokusai's celebrated works in detail, as featured in traditional art books* Hundreds of images in colour - highly recommended for viewing on tablets and smart phones or as a valuable reference tool on more conventional eReaders* Special alphabetical contents table for the prints* Easily locate the prints you wish to view* Features a bonus biography by C. J. Holmes - discover Hokusai's artistic and personal lifePlease visit www.delphiclassics.com to browse through our range of exciting e-Art booksCONTENTS:The HighlightsSegawa Kikunojo III as OrenIchikawa Ebizo as SanzokuDescending Geese for BunshichiOne Hundred Ghost Stories in a Haunted HouseThe ToiletSudden Rain at the New Yanagi Bridge, the Rainbow at OtakeguraSonobe Saemon YoritaneHokusai MangaDream of the Fisherman's WifeA Fisherman's FamilyThirty-Six Views of Mount FujiThe Great Wave off KanagawaFine Wind, Clear MorningClear Autumn Weather at ChokoThe Amida Falls in the Far Reaches of the KisokaidoWhaling off the Goto IslandsThe Suspension Bridge on the Border of Hida and Etchu ProvincesThe Ghost of Kohada KoheijiFuji over the SeaLi Bai Admiring a WaterfallThe PrintsHokusai's PrintsAlphabetical List of PrintsThe BiographyHokusai by C. J. HolmesPlease visit www.delphiclassics.com to browse through our range of exciting titles or to buy the whole Art series as a Super Set