Crusher Jo Novel Illustration Artworks

From the publisher

A monumental space opera that shines brilliantly in the history of Japanese sci-fi—*Crusher Joe*—arrives as a stunning art book. This is the definitive, deluxe 272-page, full-colour edition collecting the cover art, interior illustrations, and even the original pencil sketches from the popular novel series created by the powerhouse duo of Haruka Takachiho and Yoshikazu Yasuhiko.

This series became a massive hit as Japan's premier space opera novel; it is no exaggeration to say that its appeal reached its zenith thanks to Yasuhiko’s dynamic illustrations.

The first entry in the series, *Crisis on the United Planet Pisan*, was published in 1977. With the 50th anniversary approaching in 2027, this art book gathers the brilliant fruits of this collaboration between two masters.

This collection features not only original color artwork but also full-colour reproductions of original drawings that were previously printed only in monochrome. Readers can fully savor the breathtaking artistry and the distinctive character of Yasuhiko’s linework.

272 pages, 11.2"x8.4”x0.75", Softcover, Japanese, 978-4768332009