<DIV>Film noir is all about style, even more than it is about crime. The poster art from the noir era has a bold look and an iconography all its own. During noir's golden age, studios commissioned these arresting illustrations for even the lowliest "B" thriller. <i>The Art of Noir</i> is the first book to present this striking artwork in a lavishly produced, large-format, full-color volume. The more than 300 dazzling posters and other promotional material range from the classics to rare archive films such as <i>The Devil Thumbs a Ride</i> and <i>Blonde Kiss.</i> With rare offerings from around the world and background information on the illustrators, <i>The Art of Noir</i> is the ultimate companion for movie buffs and collectors, as well as artists and designers.</div>