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Edited by Art Spiegelman, author of the Pulitzer Prizewinning graphic novel MausA wordless novel in woodcuts from Lynd Ward, a pioneering artist/novelist who was an unmistakable soulcompanion to . . . Frank Capra and John Steinbeck, but also Fritz Lang and Franz Kafka (Jonathan Lethem)From the Great Depression to WII, Americas first great graphic novelist bore witness to the roiling, dizzying national scene as both a master printmaker and a socially committed storyteller.In this, the first of two volumes collecting all his woodcut novels, The Library of America brings together Lynd Wards earliest books, published when the artist was still in his twenties. Gods Man (1929), the audaciously ambitious work that made Wards reputation, is a modern morality play, an allegory of the deadly bargain a striving young artist often makes with life. Madmans Drum (1930), a multigenerational saga worthy of Faulkner, traces the legacy of violence haunting a family whose stock in trade is human souls. Wild Pilgrimage (1932), perhaps the most accomplished of these early books, is a study in the brutalization of an American factory worker whose heart can still respond to beauty but whose mind is twisted in rage against the system and its shackles.The images reproduced in this volume are taken from prints pulled from the original woodblocks or firstgeneration electrotypes. Wards novels are presented, for the first time since the 1930s, in the format that the artist intended, one image per righthand page, and are followed by five essays in which he discusses the technical challenges of his craft. Art Spiegelman contributes an introductory essay, Reading Pictures, that defines Wards towering achievement in that most demanding of graphicstory forms.
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- Q: What is 'Lynd Ward: Gods' Man, Madman's Drum, Wild Pilgrimage' about? A: This book is a collection of three wordless novels by Lynd Ward, featuring powerful woodcut illustrations that explore themes of morality, violence, and the human condition during the Great Depression.
- Q: Who edited this edition of the book? A: This edition is edited by Art Spiegelman, the author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning graphic novel Maus.
- Q: What are the main themes explored in these novels? A: The novels explore themes such as the struggles of the artist, the impact of violence across generations, and the brutalization of factory workers in America, all conveyed through striking visual storytelling.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 812 pages, providing an extensive collection of Lynd Ward's early works.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in hardcover, ensuring durability and a quality presentation.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: This edition was published on October 14, 2010.
- Q: Is the book suitable for all ages? A: While the book is visually engaging, it contains mature themes and may be more suitable for older teens and adults interested in graphic novels and literary art.
- Q: What makes this edition unique compared to previous ones? A: This edition is notable for presenting Ward's novels in the format he originally intended, with one image per right-hand page, along with essays discussing the technical aspects of his craft.
- Q: Are there any essays included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes five essays where Lynd Ward discusses the technical challenges of his work, along with an introductory essay by Art Spiegelman.
- Q: Is this book a good gift for someone interested in graphic novels? A: Yes, this book is an excellent gift for anyone interested in graphic novels, art history, or literary storytelling, showcasing the pioneering work of Lynd Ward.