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This Land Is My Land: A Graphic History Of Big Dreams, Micronations, And Other Selfmade States (Graphic Novel, World History Bo
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A fun, intriguing book that is sure to please a variety of readers.' School Library JournalThe stories of 30 selfmade places around the world: Tired of your country's bad politics? Feeling powerless to change things? Start your own utopia instead! This nonfiction graphic novel collects the stories of 30 selfmade places around the world built with a dream of utopia, whether a safe haven, an inspiring structure, or a betterrun country. These are the empowering and eccentric visions of creators who struck out against the laws of their homelands, the approval of their peers, and even nature itself to reshape the world around them. Travel around the globe, from the Gay and Lesbian Kingdom of the Coral Sea Islands to the Indian rock garden of Nek Chand, the micronation of Sealand to the piratefounded, antislavery community of Libertatia. Organized into 5 chapters: intentional communities, micronations, failed utopias, visionary environments, and strange dreams. Andy Warner is the New York Times bestselling author of Brief Histories of Everyday Objects. Fans of Marjane Satrapi's Persepolis and Bryan Caplan's Open Borders will love the graphic novel This Land is My Land.The hope that tomorrow will be better than today is shared universally and depicted through the stories of people who were dissatisfied with the status quo, so they chose to build something better. Makes a great coffee table book and a starter to interesting, thoughtprovoking conversations Extremely fun and informative to read and share
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'This Land is My Land' about? A: 'This Land is My Land' is a nonfiction graphic novel that explores the stories of 30 self-made places around the world, showcasing the dreams of individuals who sought to create their own utopias.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Andy Warner, a New York Times bestselling author known for his engaging storytelling and graphic illustrations.
- Q: What is the target audience for this book? A: This book is suitable for a variety of readers, including those interested in history, sociology, and graphic novels, making it a great choice for educational purposes and casual reading.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'This Land is My Land' has a total of 160 pages.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on May 7, 2019.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for children? A: While the book can be enjoyed by older children and teens, parental guidance may be advised due to its themes and complex ideas about self-made states.
- Q: What are the main themes covered in the book? A: The book covers themes such as empowerment, creativity, and the human desire for change, through the lens of self-made communities and micronations.
- Q: Can this book be used for educational purposes? A: Yes, 'This Land is My Land' can be used as an educational resource in discussions about sociology, political science, and creative thinking.
- Q: What makes this book a good coffee table book? A: Its engaging illustrations, interesting stories, and thought-provoking content make it a visually appealing and conversation-starting coffee table book.