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# Glossy, high-quality thick pages for immersive learning 380+ pages of expert animation wisdom Top #2 in Animation Graphic Design books The Animator's Survival Kit: A Manual of Methods, Principles and Formulas for Classical, Computer, Games, Stop Motion and Internet Animators

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## Summary

> 🎬 Unlock your animation genius with the ultimate survival kit!

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- **What is this?** The Animator's Survival Kit: A Manual of Methods, Principles and Formulas for Classical, Computer, Games, Stop Motion and Internet Animators
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## Key Features

- • **Proven by Thousands:** 4.8-star rating from over 7,000 animation pros and enthusiasts
- • **Accessible & Engaging:** Clear, jargon-free writing makes complex principles easy to grasp
- • **Master the Art of Movement:** Comprehensive methods for classical, computer, games, stop motion & internet animation
- • **Premium Quality Experience:** Glossy, thick pages designed for durability and immersive study
- • **Industry-Trusted Bestseller:** Ranked #1 in Movie Reference & #2 in Animation Graphic Design

## Overview

The Animator's Survival Kit by Richard Williams is a definitive, bestselling manual featuring over 380 pages of expert techniques and principles for all animation styles—from classical to digital. Praised for its clear, jargon-free approach and premium glossy pages, it’s a must-have resource ranked top in animation and movie reference categories, trusted by thousands of professionals and creatives worldwide.

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Review: Surprised that it's really thick - Wow! Got this as a gift for a friend. First off I was surprised by how thick and heavy this book was. It's definitely a must have for those interested in animation and really any art student that's working on dynamic movement. We're both artist, but he's much more into animation than I am. After flipping through the pages, I see that this is also just another good art book for anyone interested in dynamic movement and poses. It also has a couple of pages with a small focus on perspective. Secondly this whole book is just great quality. Glossy and thick pages. For nearly $35 and 380 pages, this is just a great deal. I may look into this for myself if the price were to drop though. I really appreciate how this is not just a technical book, but it's really easy to read. From what I'm looking at, there's no crazy jargon and or pretentious writing.
Review: its does its job - It helps me well and I understand the foundations better

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #8,495 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #1 in Movie Reference #2 in Animation Graphic Design (Books) #2 in Art of Film & Video |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (7,210) |
| Dimensions  | 9.35 x 1 x 10.9 inches |
| Edition  | Fourth Edition, Revised |
| ISBN-10  | 086547897X |
| ISBN-13  | 978-0865478978 |
| Item Weight  | 3.65 pounds |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 392 pages |
| Publication date  | September 25, 2012 |
| Publisher  | Farrar, Straus and Giroux |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Surprised that it's really thick
*by C***N on May 2, 2025*

Wow! Got this as a gift for a friend. First off I was surprised by how thick and heavy this book was. It's definitely a must have for those interested in animation and really any art student that's working on dynamic movement. We're both artist, but he's much more into animation than I am. After flipping through the pages, I see that this is also just another good art book for anyone interested in dynamic movement and poses. It also has a couple of pages with a small focus on perspective. Secondly this whole book is just great quality. Glossy and thick pages. For nearly $35 and 380 pages, this is just a great deal. I may look into this for myself if the price were to drop though. I really appreciate how this is not just a technical book, but it's really easy to read. From what I'm looking at, there's no crazy jargon and or pretentious writing.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ its does its job
*by J***H on December 28, 2025*

It helps me well and I understand the foundations better

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A must for all animators
*by I***T on February 6, 2025*

I am mostly a self-taught 2D traditional animator. This book has a fountain of information. Most of the big animation studios have the first and second edition, in their information/reference library. You can learn how to animate, by using this book with the foundations and beyond to begin making your own animation. I just bought it not too long ago and started reading on day one; and being a 2D Animator for over fifteen years - there is so much more I have yet learned from this book. A definite must have for all old and new animators.

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