New Releases by Brian M. Kane

Adapting undergraduate-level introductory textbooks in all disciplines has tremendous educational implications as we enter the digital eTextbook age. When placed on a digital platform, graphic narratives can not only simulate a classroom environment, but, because they are self-paced and utilize characters that engage the reader, can also replicate a one-on-one student/tutor dynamic as well. These understandings have implications for both introductory-level learning within a college or university setting and for distance learning where personable interaction is either limited or non-existent. Through my involvement in this research project, I have concluded that the true power of graphic narratives, of these unique multi-sensory scaffolding tools lies in their ability to help instructors motivate and educate their students. In terms of their positionality within art education, graphic narratives are malleable constructs that speak to many aspects of our discipline such as: visual culture, social media, narratology, visual learning, literacy development, design thinking, and the development of imaginative problem-solving skills. Graphic narratives can be as intimate as a memoir of a teenage girl living in Tehran (Persepolis); as inspiring as a biography of a boy growing up in poverty to become a sports star (21: The Story of Roberto Clemente); or as educational as a textbook (The Cartoon Introduction to Economics: Volume One: Microeconomics). Graphic narratives are a verbal/visual medium whose only limitations lie in the imaginations, creativity, and skill of their creators, and likewise in the willingness of the viewers/readers to actively engage in interpreting and making meaning from this iconographic art form.

This book is an introductory explanation of Catholic theological thinking on bioethics. It differs from the majority of bioethics texts by explaining Catholic theology, and not philosophy.

The illustration art of James Bama has now been collected into this impressive 160-page full color hardbound edition. James Bama: American Realist is the first book to span his entire career. Examples explore his diverse brush from magazine illustrations, paperback book covers, and advertising. Chapters examine his work in pop culture, horror, science fiction, adventure and western genres, concluding with his most recent fine art endeavors. This volume features a detailed biography exploring his noteworthy and singular career. Insightful quotes by Bama accompany many pieces. In addition, testimonials by leading artists, writers, and historians are contained throughout. During his career, Bama''s art graced many memorable pop culture paperback book covers. Among his most notable works are the 62 cover paintings for Bantam''s Doc Savage adventure series, all of which are contained within. His uncanny ability to render a multitude of genres, and under amazingly tight deadlines, made Bama highly sought after by top publishers. Combined with his exemplary work ethic, Bama''s artwork encompassed a wide spectrum of media. This, along with his unique realist approach, helped secure his place as one of the most influential artists of his time. Having achieved remarkable success in illustration, Bama changed direction, pursuing a career in fine art. His gamble led to higher acclaim. This book delves into the man, from illustrator to artist. Written and designed by Brian M. Kane in cooperation with Mr. Bama. Introduction by Harlan Ellison(R). Foreword by Len Leone. 160 pages in color. Over 260 illustrations are featured, of which more than 85 are from the original art. Over 30 personal photographs of family and modeling shoots are contained within.

Painter James Bama has been acclaimed for his fascinating studies of the contemporary West and its traditional culture. His works have captured the respect and imagination of art collectors and critics worldwide. But prior to moving to the mountains of Wyoming, he was one of the most respected illustrators in New York, with a client list that included, among others, Ford, General Electric, Coca-Cola, The Saturday Evening Post, Argosy, and Reader''s Digest. During his illustration career, the artist painted hundreds of book covers including sixty-two in Bantam''s Doc Savage series. Bama''s Savage remains to this day as the definitive version of the popular pulp character. For six years, he was the official artist for the New York Giants football team and several of his paintings hang in the Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio. Big Horn Gallery in Cody, Wyoming currently represents Bama''s fine originals, while limited edition prints of more than sixty of his paintings have been sold to collectors through the Greenwich Workshop. among his earliest influences and sites them as direct contributions to his own notable career. His career achievements recently earned him an induction into the Illustrators Hall of Fame, alongside such luminaries as Rockwell, Dunn, Parker, Wyeth, Fuchs, Parrish, Peak, Remington, McGinnis, Coll and Frazetta. This new book will include provide coverage of Bama''s entire career. Not only a small selection of his previously unpublished Western art but also his Doc Savage artwork, Star Trek paintings, range of magazine covers and advertisements.

Award-winning illustrated biography of Hall of Fame Prince Valiant illustrator Hal Foster.

A comprehensive biography of Hal Foster, in which author Brian M. Kane examines the 70-year career of one of the greatest illustrators of the 20th century. "Superman" was modelled after Foster''s drawings of Tarzan, Flash Gordon''s Alex Raymond borrowed compositions from "Prince Valiant", and many artists, including the famous contemporary Western painter James Bama, count Foster among their greatest influences.

"This important work is an examination and documentation of the 20th century papal tradition on war. Professor Kane argues that the papacy believes in a limited self-defense, and promote a just society based on a natural law understanding of the common good. This work will prove of great interest to theologians, ethicists and historians of the papal thought (as well as modern history)."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved