Not only does Avatar: The Last Airbender offer an epic storyline, engaging characters, action, adventure, and a powerful message about the importance of hope in a world long-besieged by war, it's also beautifully executed. Avatar is a stunning masterpiece of animated storytelling that harmonizes Western influences with aesthetic inspiration drawn from a diverse array of cultures, including those of China, Japan, India, and the Inuit.

An unprecedented look at the concept, design, and production art behind this smash-hit series, Avatar: The Last Airbender: The Art of the Animated Series chronicles the show's development - from the very first sketch through to the series finale and beyond - along with behind-the-scenes commentary from series creators Bryan Konietzko and Michael Dante DiMartino.