{"title":"Guido Buzzelli","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Guido Buzzelli, a master storyteller renowned for his distinctive blend of artistry and narrative prowess. Often hailed as the “Michelangelo of comics,” Buzzelli’s work is an evocative fusion of \u003cem\u003eGeneral Fiction\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eSci-Fi \u0026amp; Fantasy\u003c\/em\u003e, enchanting readers through gripping plots and mesmerising illustrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBuzzelli Collected Works\u003c\/strong\u003e series is a testament to his creative genius, offering a comprehensive look at some of his most acclaimed stories. Volume 1 and Volume 2 meticulously compile his illustrious works, showcasing his remarkable ability to craft complex characters and immersive worlds. Whether exploring dark dystopias or magical realms, Buzzelli’s works resonate with timeless themes and profound commentary on the human condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGuido Buzzelli's stories transcend the conventional boundaries of genre, making them a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the rich tapestry of speculative fiction. Dive into his collection and experience the imaginative prowess of a storyteller who continues to influence countless creators worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"buzzelli-collected-works-vol-1-by-guido-buzzelli-9781942801429","title":"Buzzelli Collected Works Vol. 1","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHailed in Europe, \u003cstrong\u003eGuido Buzzelli\u003c\/strong\u003e has been called \"the Michelangelo of monsters,\" \"the Goya of comics,\" and \"the patron saint of all Italian cartoonists.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA pioneer active from the 1950s to the 1980s, today virtually unknown in English, Buzzelli horrifies, fascinates, and provokes with his unique blend of surrealism and dynamism. Displaying a range of influences from Westerns and science fiction to Renaissance art and futurism, Buzzelli's stories are a delightful, quasi-postmodern mishmash of high and low, showcasing an intricate hand and stylish narrative skill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe first of three volumes collecting Guido Buzzelli's stories in English for the first time, \u003cem\u003eBuzzelli Collected Works Vol. 1\u003c\/em\u003e includes \u003cem\u003eThe Labyrinth\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eZil Zelub\u003c\/em\u003e, two of the earliest Italian avant-garde graphic novels ever published. These fantastic and grotesque stories are the perfect introduction to Buzzelli's work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNominated for a 2024 Ignatz Award for Best Collected Edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTranslated by Jamie Richards. Introduction by Domingos Isabelinho.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46711087333612,"sku":"9781942801429","price":71.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19824883482879.jpg?v=1754181867"},{"product_id":"buzzelli-collected-works-vol-2-by-guido-buzzelli-9781942801528","title":"Buzzelli Collected Works Vol. 2","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter creating the first independent graphic novel in Italy, the award-winning illustrator reinvents the genre comic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe second of three volumes collecting Guido Buzzelli's stories in English for the first time, this volume showcases two science fiction tales that turn the canon upside down, penetrating myth and tearing it apart. \u003ci\u003eHP\u003c\/i\u003e is a hallucinatory, Lovecraftian locomotive, an acrid parody of Italian westerns; while the alchemical retro-future of \u003ci\u003eMorganna\u003c\/i\u003e performs an autopsy of modern life's horrors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese fantastic and grotesque stories demonstrate why Buzzelli was called \"the Goya of comics\". One of Europe's most praised comics auteurs, \u003ci\u003eBuzzelli Collected Works Vol. 2\u003c\/i\u003e is the perfect introduction to his masterful skill and subversive art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46990472544492,"sku":"9781942801528","price":74.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19825873482879.jpg?v=1763070500"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/guido-buzzelli.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}