Habibi

Name: Habibi
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9780571241323
Price: 65.0 NZD
Availability: OutOfStock

By Craig Thompson

0.0 (0 reviews)

4.03

( 43,631 ratings, 4,133 reviews)

Summary

Habibi, inspired by a Middle Eastern fable, follows the story of Dodola, who escapes slavery and rescues an abandoned baby named Zam. They live in isolation on a desert boat, their relationship evolving from mother and son to siblings, and ultimately lovers. Dodola must prostitute herself to support Zam, leading to her capture by the Sultan, prompting Zam to embark on a quest to save her. The narrative weaves themes of religion, environment, and the divide between the first and third worlds in the region where Christianity and Islam originated.
Read More

Format: Hardback

TEMPORARILY OUT OF STOCK Please add to wishlist to be notified when back in stock

Sorry, we're currently out of stock of Habibi. Please add to your Wishlist and we'll send you an email as soon as it's back in stock.

Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

Ideal for readers of graphic novels who appreciate deeply layered stories combining historical, cultural, and spiritual themes, as well as those drawn to visually rich and artistically sophisticated comics.

Influenced by Arabic calligraphy and Islamic mythology, this long awaited graphic novel is an imaginative filtering of Middle Eastern and Muslim culture through an epic fantasy lens.

Habibi is a complex, beautiful and powerful follow-up to Craig Thompson's internationally acclaimed and award-winning Blankets.

Description

Habibi, based on a Middle Eastern fable, tells the story of Dodola, who escapes being sold into slavery and rescues an abandoned baby she names Zam. They live in isolation in an old boat in the desert. As they age, their relationship shifts from mother and son to brother and sister, and eventually lovers.

In the meantime, however, Dodola is forced to prostitute herself to desert traders in order to provide for Zam. When he seeks an alternative means of income, Dodola is captured by the Sultan, and Zam is forced into a quest to try and rescue her.

Set in the place where Christianity and Islam began, it explores the fundamental connection between these religions, and also the relationship between the first and the third world and the increasingly important battle for the earth's resources.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Praised as "ambitious" by Library Journal for its exploration of global divisions and the unity of Islam and Christianity. Publishers Weekly hailed it as a "lushly epic love story" with breathtaking artwork and Arabic calligraphy, calling it a "starred review." It is described as a "dense, swirling dervish of a tale" and compared to the work of Charles Dickens for its intricate storytelling and dramatic depth.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780571241323

Publisher: Faber & Faber

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 22 September 2011

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Faber & Faber

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult, Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 46.0mm

Width: 185.0mm

Height: 236.0mm

Weight: 1540g

Pages: 672

Collections

Craig Thompson Fiction Graphic Novels

About the Author

Craig Thompson's previous graphic novels include Blankets (which won three 2004 Harvey Awards for Best Artist, Best Graphic Album of Original Work, and Best Cartoonist; the Prix de la critique at Angouleme; and two 2004 Eisner Awards for Best Graphic Album and Best Writer/Artist); Goodbye, Chunky Rice; and Carnet de Voyage.

Also by Craig Thompson

View all

Blankets

By Craig Thompson

Paperback

$65⁰⁰

Available
Ships in 4-6 weeks
Ginseng Roots

By Craig Thompson

Hardback

Sold Out
Space Dumplins

By Craig Thompson

Paperback

Sold Out