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Blankets by Craig Thompson (2003, Paperback)
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Author: Craig Thompson
Publisher: Top Shelf Productions
Publication Date: 2003-07-23
Language: English
Format: Paperback
ISBN-10: 1891830430
ISBN-13: 9781891830433
Product ID: EPID2471496
Description: From the author of GOODBYE, CHUNKY RICE, this is a coming-of-age memoir in graphic novel format. Craig Thompson recounts his childhood in a fundamentalist Wisconsin household, his early attempts at art (condemned by his parents and their...
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This was the best price that I could find for this book! I really needed it for my sister in college. I looked all over the place and could not find it any cheaper then 20 dollars without the shipping and handling. And that was for used! I bought this book and it is in excellent condition and well worth the money! Thank you!
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"Blankets" was my first real encounter with a graphic novel; and it was splendid. Thompson's beautifully depicted illustrations combined with his witty perspective created not only an enjoyable read, but left me wanting to read more. He's not an author who gives too much away, he allows you to ponder over the words he has written and guess at the missing links. The story follows a young boy through adolescence and his first real love. The uncertainty and newness of a first love is depicted beautifully. It is most certainly a down to earth, real life experience that we've all been through, and Craig sheds light on those tender moments in a way that is simply stunning.
Its a wonderful book and I would suggest it to anyone.
Its a wonderful book and I would suggest it to anyone.
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Introducing the Graphic NovelReview created: 01/13/07
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Many people scorn graphic novels as childish comic books. One reading of Craig Thompson's "Blankets" will let one know graphic novels and comic books are two different genres, a second reading will let one know they are reading a master at "yuugen" or mystery and depth.
Huge splash pages make this novel a great work of art!
Thompson's novel is very different than other graphic novels because each of these gorgeous pages were painted by him over the course of 4 years. They tell the true story of his first love. When interveiwed, he said he wished to not show first love, but "the first time of sleeping next to someone." (Don't worry, it's not pornographic.) It also explores his religeous crisis: what does one do when they feel lust? Are they still Christian? This novel also shows the relationship Craig has to his brother, Phil. With interwoven Bible stories, Plato's cave, and many other influences in young Craig's life... it is apparent why the simple liking of another was so revolutionary to this guilt-ridden teen.
A must read for all graphic novel fans, and a great way to be introduced to the genre. (It's also won many awards!)
Huge splash pages make this novel a great work of art!
Thompson's novel is very different than other graphic novels because each of these gorgeous pages were painted by him over the course of 4 years. They tell the true story of his first love. When interveiwed, he said he wished to not show first love, but "the first time of sleeping next to someone." (Don't worry, it's not pornographic.) It also explores his religeous crisis: what does one do when they feel lust? Are they still Christian? This novel also shows the relationship Craig has to his brother, Phil. With interwoven Bible stories, Plato's cave, and many other influences in young Craig's life... it is apparent why the simple liking of another was so revolutionary to this guilt-ridden teen.
A must read for all graphic novel fans, and a great way to be introduced to the genre. (It's also won many awards!)
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