Hayao Miyazaki is a comprehensive monograph celebrating the legendary animator and Studio Ghibli co-founder whose films have enchanted audiences worldwide. Through essays, sketches, storyboards, and film stills, the book explores Miyazaki's artistic vision, environmental themes, and creation of unforgettable characters. The volume becomes both art book and critical study, proving that animation is a serious art form and that Miyazaki's work represents some of cinema's greatest achievements in storytelling and visual imagination.

WHY WE PICKED IT: Because Miyazaki created worlds that feel more real than reality, proving that animation can be as profound as any live-action film. This monograph reminds us that his environmental messages matter more than ever, that unexpectedly strong characters have always been his signature, and that some filmmakers change what's possible.

DETAILS: • Subject: Hayao Miyazaki • Publisher: Delmonico Books • Format: Hardcover • Publication Date: September 7, 2021 • ISBN: 9781942884811 • Ships direct from distributor in 3–7 business days