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Footnotes in Gaza: A Graphic Novel,Used
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From the great cartoonistreporter, a sweeping, original investigation of a forgotten crime in the most vexed of places Rafah, a town at the bottommost tip of the Gaza Strip, is a squalid place. Raw concrete buildings front trashstrewn alleys. The narrow streets are crowded with young children and unemployed men. On the border with Egypt, swaths of Rafah have been bulldozed to rubble. Rafah is today and has always been a notorious flashpoint in this bitterest of conflicts. Buried deep in the archives is one bloody incident in 1956, that left 111 Palestinians dead, shot by Israeli soldiers. Seemingly a footnote to a long history of killing, that day in Rafahcoldblooded massacre or dreadful mistakereveals the competing truths that have come to define an intractable war. In a quest to get to the heart of what happened, Joe Sacco immerses himself in daily life of Rafah and the neighboring town of Khan Younis, uncovering Gaza past and present. Spanning fifty years, moving fluidly between one war and the next, alive with the voices of fugitives and schoolchildren, widows and sheikhs, Footnotes in Gaza captures the essence of a tragedy. As in Palestine and Safe Area Gorade, Saccos unique visual journalism has rendered a contested landscape in brilliant, meticulous detail. Footnotes in Gaza, his most ambitious work to date, transforms a critical conflict of our age into an intimate and immediate experience.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Footnotes in Gaza'? A: 'Footnotes in Gaza' explores the tragic history and ongoing conflict in Gaza, focusing on a specific incident in 1956 where 111 Palestinians were killed. The graphic novel combines personal narratives with historical events to provide a deeper understanding of the region's complex issues.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Footnotes in Gaza'? A: The author of 'Footnotes in Gaza' is Joe Sacco, a renowned cartoonist and journalist known for his unique visual storytelling and in-depth reporting on conflict zones.
- Q: Is 'Footnotes in Gaza' suitable for educational purposes? A: 'Footnotes in Gaza' is categorized under Educational & Nonfiction and is suitable for readers interested in learning about the historical and sociopolitical context of the Gaza Strip.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Footnotes in Gaza' is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability and a premium feel for readers.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Footnotes in Gaza'? A: 'Footnotes in Gaza' contains 432 pages, offering an extensive exploration of the subject matter.
- Q: When was 'Footnotes in Gaza' published? A: 'Footnotes in Gaza' was published on December 22, 2009, and is available in its First Edition.
- Q: What condition is the used copy of 'Footnotes in Gaza' in? A: The used copy of 'Footnotes in Gaza' is described as being in good condition, indicating it has been well-preserved with minimal wear.
- Q: What artistic style is used in 'Footnotes in Gaza'? A: 'Footnotes in Gaza' employs a graphic novel format, which combines illustrations with narrative storytelling to convey the complexities of the Gaza conflict.
- Q: Can 'Footnotes in Gaza' be considered a primary source for research? A: 'Footnotes in Gaza' can be considered a valuable secondary source for research, as it presents both historical events and personal accounts, offering insights into the human impact of the conflict.
- Q: What makes 'Footnotes in Gaza' different from other works by Joe Sacco? A: 'Footnotes in Gaza' is noted as Joe Sacco's most ambitious work to date, as it spans fifty years of history and intricately weaves personal and collective narratives within the broader context of the Gaza conflict.