Summer Reading List: Graphic Novel and Cartoon Edition
By Greg DybecWe've decided to provide a Summer Reading List for those of you who prefer a refreshing splash of illustration to go along with your literature after a long summer day. From classic Charlie Brown harboring comic strips to more contemporary and often experimental graphic novels, here's how to spice up the remainder of your summer with the best sequential art around.
Be sure to check out Critical Mob's previous Summer Reading Lists:
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Not the Israel My Parents Promised MeHarvey Pekar JT WaldmanTaking on the Jewish state posthumously. >> |
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JournalismJoe SaccoDrawn to the suffering of others. >> |
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Flannery O'Connor: The CartoonsFlannery O’ConnorA picture of things to come. >> |
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Ed the Happy ClownChester BrownA nightmare to behold >> |
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Harvey Pekar's ClevelandHarvey PekarTo the end, a man and his city. >> |
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Are You My Mother?: A Comic DramaAlison BechdelSomebody wants their mommy. >> |
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The Art of Daniel Clowes: Modern CartoonistAlvin BuenaventuraIn his own words and others'. >> |
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UnterzakhnLeela CormanIt's the land of opportunity—for a price. >> |
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The Complete Peanuts 1983-1984Charles SchulzAfter 30 years, still a model of consistency. >> |
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Buddy Does SeattlePeter BaggeThe 1990s was a time for Hate. >> |
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