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Preacher Book One

By Garth Ennis
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Preacher Book One by Garth Ennis is a gripping graphic novel following Jesse Custer, a small-town preacher who discovers a mysterious force called Genesis. This powerful entity gives him the ability to make people obey his every command. Joined by his gun-toting ex-girlfriend and a hard-drinking Irish vampire, Jesse embarks on an epic journey across America to find God and discover answers about Genesis.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this if you relish dark, gritty adventures with a mix of supernatural elements and sharp wit. This graphic novel blends elements of horror, drama and humour, delivering intense storytelling with complex characters on a journey through deep moral and philosophical questions.

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Merging with a bizarre spiritual force called Genesis, Texan Preacher Jesse Custer becomes completely disillusioned with the beliefs that he had dedicated his entire life to. Now possessing the power of "the word," an ability to make people do whatever he utters, Custer begins a violent and riotous journey across the country.

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Writer Garth Ennis's violent, scabrous journey across America's religious landscape.

In this now-legendary graphic novel series that serves as the inspiration for the hit AMC television series, Jesse Custer was just a small-town preacher in Texas... until his congregation was flattened by powers beyond his control and the Preacher became imbued with abilities beyond anyone's understanding.

Now possessed by Genesis—the unholy coupling of an angel and demon—Jesse holds the Word of God, an ability to command anyone or anything with a mere utterance. And he'll use this power to hold the Lord accountable for the people He has forsaken.

From the ashes of a small-town church to the bright lights of New York City to the backwoods of Louisiana, Jesse Custer cuts a righteous path across the soul of America in his quest for the divine—an effort that will be met by every evil that Heaven and Earth can assemble. Joined by his gun-toting girlfriend, Tulip, and the hard-drinking Irish vampire, Cassidy, Jesse will stop at nothing to fulfil his quest to find God.

The creative powerhouse team of Garth Ennis and Steve Dillon bring readers on a violent and riotous journey across the country in this award-winning Vertigo series, beginning with Preacher Book One. Collects issues #1-12.

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Preacher Book One is lauded for its innovative approach, with some reviewers noting it as a standout in the evolution of comics into serious literary works. It is recognised for its intense adult themes and memorable storyline that push the boundaries of mainstream comics. Its vivid portrayal is both blasphemous and captivating, drawing praise for reinvigorating interest in the comic medium.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781401240455

Publisher: DC Comics

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 June 2013

Country: United States

Imprint: DC Comics

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Steve Dillon
  • Illustrated by Steve Dillon

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 168.0mm

Height: 259.0mm

Weight: 516g

Pages: 352

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Adult Graphic Novels Fiction Garth Ennis General Fiction Graphic Novels Horror & Supernatural Penguin Books

About the Author

Irish-born writer Garth Ennis is the acclaimed author of the Preacher graphic novel series, and also has written numerous John Constantine/Hellblazer graphic novels, as well as The Authority, The Boys, War Stories, Pride And Joy and other titles.

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