ART OF GEORGE WILSON HC Previously Offered Thru Other Distributors

The Art of George Wilson HC is a definitive monograph that surveys the iconic painted cover art of the late golden and silver age creator George Wilson. Spanning over 300 cover illustrations across pulp mags, paperbacks, and genre titles—including Classics Illustrated, The Twilight Zone, Ripley’s Believe It or Not, Doctor Solar, Magnus Robot Fighter, Star Trek and more—the volume captures Wilson’s dramatic, painterly style that bridged pulp fantasy and mainstream illustration. With an insightful introduction by Joe Jusko and a thorough essay by Anthony Taylor, the book also features Wilson’s only interview, offering rare reflections on his process, influences, and career. Providing a deep, visual chronicle of an underappreciated master, this hardcover compendium stands as the ultimate resource for fans of vintage cover art and mid-century illustration.

Who might be interested in reading?

• Fans of mid-century pulp and adventure illustration who want to study painted cover art
• Art enthusiasts who admire cinematic, painterly cover designs and technique
• Readers curious about the breadth of George Wilson’s work across comics, magazines, and paperback art
• Scholars or students of illustration history seeking a well-researched, image-rich monograph with primary interview material