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Lynd Ward: Prelude to a Million Years, Song Without Words, Vertigo (LOA #211) (Library of America Lynd Ward Edition),New
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The second volume of collected woodcut graphic novels from a brilliant and iconoclastic author who has been compared to Frank Capra and John Steinbeck (Jonathan Lethem, New York Timesbestselling author of The Fortress of Solitude)In this, the second of two volumes collecting all his woodcut novels, The Library of America brings together Lynd Wards three later books, two of them brief, the visual equivalent of chamber music, the other his longest, a symphony in three movements. Prelude to a Million Years (1933) is a dark meditation on art, inspiration, and the disparity between the ideal and the real. Song Without Words (1936), a protest against the rise of European fascism, asks if ours is a world still fit for the human soul. Vertigo (1937), Wards undisputed masterpiece, is an epic novel on the theme of the individual caught in the downward spiral of a sinking American economy. Its characters include a young violinist, her luckless fianc, and an elderly business magnate whomovingly, and without ever becoming a political caricatureembodies the social forces determining their fate.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 four 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, the wordless novel in woodcuts.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Lynd Ward: Prelude to a Million Years, Song Without Words, Vertigo'? A: The main themes of this collection include the disparity between idealism and reality, the impact of fascism on humanity, and the struggles of individuals amidst economic decline.
- Q: What are the key features of Lynd Ward's graphic novels? A: Lynd Ward's graphic novels are known for their woodcut illustrations, unique storytelling without words, and deep themes that often reflect socio-political issues.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: This book contains a total of 690 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: This edition is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a quality feel.
- Q: Is this book suitable for collectors? A: Yes, this reprint edition is suitable for collectors, especially those interested in graphic novels and literary history.
- Q: Who is the author of this collection? A: The author of this collection is Lynd Ward, an influential graphic novelist and artist.
- Q: When was this book published? A: This book was published on October 14, 2010.
- Q: Are there any essays included in this book? A: Yes, the book includes four essays by Lynd Ward discussing the technical challenges of his craft, along with an introductory essay by Art Spiegelman.
- Q: What type of reader would enjoy this book? A: Readers who appreciate literary graphic novels, art, and historical social commentary would enjoy this book.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition.