written largely to convince the UK publisher (Robinson) and their US partner (Running Press), so broad in its references, but helps indicate one possible shape for the book…as it will form according to what i can gather or otherwise becomes available to me…
"The Mammoth Book of SKULLS
The ultimate doom-laden image, the literal death’s head, has
enjoyed a recent surge in popularity throughout global culture; in the world of
fashion, from haute couture designer scarves (Alexander McQueen, R.I.P.), skull
rings and bandanas down to high street and kid’s clothing; countless
merchandising icons from graphic novels (Marvel Comic’s The Punisher), cult
film (Psychomania), Japanese manga (Skullman), and urban graffiti (KAWS), to
name but a few; from Mexico’s Day of the Dead to modern day re-enactments of
the medieval Dance of Death. DEATH cigarettes! The continuing adoption of the
Jolly Roger Pyrate Flag! Lady Gaga’s skull tattooed zombie video sensation,
Rick Genesi! Features fully-illustrated sections concentrated on arenas of
music, illustration, graphics, film, art, cult, costume, make-up, vintage
advertising, popular culture and the just plain weird."
- ILYA
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