Twenty
years after its debut, HBO’s The Wire
is widely regarded as one of the greatest TV shows of all time. This
deluxe volume explores the creation and legacy of creator David
Simon’s landmark series through exclusive interviews with Simon and
his cast and crew, including Idris Elba, Wendell Pierce, Sonja Sohn,
Andre Royo, Jamie Hector, George Pelecanos, Ed Burns, and many more.
The book also features commentary and essays from notable writers
including New York Times
bestselling author D. Watkins (The Beast Side: Living and
Dying While Black in America).
Illustrated with striking visuals from the show, including concept
art and candid behind-the-scenes images, The
Wire: The Complete Visual History,
is the essential companion to a stone-cold television classic.
HUNDREDS OF NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN
PHOTOS: Discover an exclusive treasure trove of incredible
photography and production art that tells the story of The
Wire like never before.
INTERVIEWS WITH CAST AND
CREATORS: The visual story of The Wire
is narrated by all-new interviews with creator David Simon and key
cast and crew members, including Idris Elba, Wendell Pierce, Sonja
Sohn, Felicia Pearson, Ed Burns, and more.
EXCLUSIVE ESSAYS: Discover unique
commentary on all five seasons of the show from leading commentators
including Melanie McFarland, Eric Deggans, Siddhant Adlakha, and
more.
THE ULTIMATE TRIBUTE:
Comprehensive and unmatched in its depth, this prestige volume is the
ultimate retrospective of the greatest television show of all time.