Michael Farr is een Britse journalist die wordt erkend als expert op het gebied van de stripreeks Kuifje en zijn maker Hergé. Hij heeft verschillende boeken over dit onderwerp geschreven en tal van andere titels naar het Engels vertaald. Zijn bijdragen bieden lezers inzichtelijke verkenningen van de rijke wereld en de blijvende nalatenschap van Kuifje.
Tintin, the iconic reporter with his dog Snowy, has been a publishing sensation since 1928. This text explores the origins of his stories and how Herge updated them in later editions to mirror the evolving world.
This complete guide to the world of Tintin, lavishly illustrated with photographs, illustrations, sketches and maps is the perfect gift for any Tintin fan.
Before Frederick the Great, Berlin was small and provincial, but as Prussian influence was extended by military force, it adopted a vital role and became a city to vie in elegance and splendour with the other capitals of Europe, embarking on a period of hectic cultural activity and expansion. This companion guide takes the reader through the years that saw Napoleon enter Berlin, the great industrialization that gave rise to the workers' movements, and the daring and exciting 1920s, when Marlene Dietrich starred in "Blue Angel", and describes how all that was vibrant and original in the city was stifled and silenced by Hitler and the Nazis. The post-war division was cruel and illogical, and ended only with the opening of the Wall in November 1989, which made way for the new capital of a reunited Germany. Michael Farr's first book, "Vanishing Borders", was shortlisted for the Thomas Cook Award in 1992. He has lived in Germany for more than ten years.
A fully-illustrated guide to the world-famous comic character Tintin and his adventures - well-researched and gorgeously presented, this overview follows Tintin through the 23 titles of the complete series. Written and drawn between 1929 and 1976, the adventures of Tintin, his dog, Snowy, and an unforgettable cast of characters have become a defining standard of graphic literature. Tintin: The Complete Companion contextualises Herge's accomplishment in historical context.
Focusing on the intrinsic design of everyday household items, this 1952 book delves into how these objects reflect human creativity and functionality. It explores the relationship between form and purpose, highlighting the artistry and practicality embedded in the items we often take for granted. Through insightful analysis, the author encourages readers to appreciate the thoughtful design behind familiar objects, revealing their significance in daily life.
The author presents his impresssions of East Germany before, during and after its revolution. A foreign correspondent in Germany, he witnessed and reported the rigid hand of communism in the East and its overthrow, the joy of the Wall coming down and the festivities surrounding German unification.
Aus den Archiven des Tim-Schöpfers Hergé fördert Michael Farr eine beeindruckende Fülle von Material zu jedem einzelnen Abenteuer von »Tim und Struppi« zu Tage. Hunderte von Fotos und Zeitungsausschnitten zeigen, wie sehr die Serie ein Abbild ihrer Zeit ist und wie gründlich Hergé recherchierte, um seine Geschichten so realistisch wie möglich zu gestalten. Ein großes Lesevergnügen für alle Tim-Fans, das voller amüsanter Details steckt.
Der führende britische Tim und Struppi-Experte und Journalist Michael Farr präsentiert seine Auswahl der zwölf wichtigsten und schillerndsten Figuren aus Tim & Struppi. In Tim & Co. enthüllt er ihre Urspünge, ihre Charaktereigenschaften und ihre anhaltende Attraktivität. Üppig illustriert und kompetent geschrieben nähert sich Michael Farr dem Ensemble von Tim & Struppi, den Figuren, die Millionen Leser auf der ganzen Welt kennen und lieben. Ein guter Grund, noch einmal alle Abenteuer von Tim seinen Freunden zu lesen!
