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The triumphant return of one of comics? greatest talents, with an engrossing story of one man?s search for love, meaning, sanity, and perfect architectural proportions. An epic story long awaited, and well worth the wait.Meet Asterios Polyp: middleaged, meagerly successful architect and teacher, aesthete and womanizer, whose life is wholly upended when his New York City apartment goes up in flames. In a tenacious daze, he leaves the city and relocates to a small town in the American heartland. But what is this ?escape? really about?As the story unfolds, moving between the present and the past, we begin to understand this confounding yet fascinating character, and how he?s gotten to where he is. And isn?t. And we meet Hana: a sweet, smart, firstgeneration Japanese American artist with whom he had made a blissful life. But now she?s gone. Did Asterios do something to drive her away? What has happened to her? Is she even alive? All the questions will be answered, eventually.In the meantime, we are enthralled by Mazzucchelli?s extraordinarily imagined world of brilliantly conceived eccentrics, sharply observed social mores, and deftly depicted asides on everything from design theory to the nature of human perception.Asterios Polyp is David Mazzucchelli?s masterpiece: a great American graphic novel.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Asterios Polyp'? A: 'Asterios Polyp' explores themes of love, identity, and the search for meaning through the life of a middle-aged architect.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Asterios Polyp'? A: The author of 'Asterios Polyp' is David Mazzucchelli, a renowned graphic novelist.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Asterios Polyp'? A: 'Asterios Polyp' was published on July 7, 2009.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Asterios Polyp' is available in hardcover binding, making it durable for long-term use.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Asterios Polyp'? A: 'Asterios Polyp' contains 344 pages filled with rich illustrations and storytelling.
- Q: Is 'Asterios Polyp' suitable for all ages? A: 'Asterios Polyp' is generally targeted towards older teens and adults due to its mature themes and complex narrative.
- Q: What genre does 'Asterios Polyp' belong to? A: 'Asterios Polyp' is categorized as a graphic novel, specifically within the mystery genre.
- Q: What makes 'Asterios Polyp' a unique graphic novel? A: 'Asterios Polyp' is notable for its deep narrative, intricate character development, and stunning visual storytelling by David Mazzucchelli.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of 'Asterios Polyp'? A: 'Asterios Polyp' is available as a First Edition, which is often sought after by collectors.
- Q: What can readers expect from the artwork in 'Asterios Polyp'? A: Readers can expect exceptional artwork characterized by detailed illustrations and a distinctive style that complements the narrative.