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Salammbo

By Gustave Flaubert
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Set during the first Punic War, Salammbo follows the revolt of mercenaries against Carthage due to unpaid wages. Amidst the turmoil, two barbarian chiefs fall for Salammbo, the enigmatic daughter of Hamilcar. Philippe Druillet reimagines Gustave Flaubert's 19th-century novel, transforming its ancient conflict into a psychedelic space fantasy featuring his iconic character Lone Sloane, blending history with transcendent storytelling.
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Ideal for fans of graphic novels, science fiction, and those who appreciate bold, psychedelic reinterpretations of classic literature. Suitable for readers who enjoy intricate art and inventive storytelling.

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A heady perfume of blood and rage across the stars featuring Philippe Druillet's legendary Lone Sloane.

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A heady perfume of blood and rage across the stars featuring Philippe Druillet's legendary Lone Sloane.

In the third century BC, mercenaries employed by Carthage during the First Punic War rose against their employers, who repeatedly postponed their pay. Two barbarian clan chiefs, Matho and Narr'Havas, fell in love with the beautiful and ethereal Salammbo, daughter of Hamilcar of Carthage. A bloody conflict arose.

Based on the 19th-century novel by Flaubert, Salammbo was reappropriated and recontextualised by Druillet in this masterwork. Transposing the ancient Punic Wars into his space fantasy universe, and splicing the identity of the novel's Mathô with his favourite character, Lone Sloane, Druillet works his intoxicatingly psychedelic magic on a literary classic, reinvigorating it from the inside out with his own transcendent storytelling.

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Publisher's Weekly praises Druillet's "staggeringly vibrant" science-fictional take on Flaubert’s story. NB Magazine calls it "quite spectacular" and an "interesting and sometimes unexpected reimagining" awarding five stars. Bookgasm describes it as "absolutely stunning to behold," highlighting its obsessive detail and grandeur as a "divine piece of delirium" ideal for comics enthusiasts.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781785866647

Publisher: Titan Books Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 29 January 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Titan Comics

Contributors:

  • Created by Philippe Druillet

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 241.0mm

Height: 324.0mm

Weight: 567g

Pages: 186

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Adult Graphic Novels Fiction Graphic Novels Gustave Flaubert

About the Author

Philippe Druillet is a comics artist and writer, known for his innovative approach to visual design. In the US, he's best known for his graphic adaptation of Michael Moorcock's hit fantasy series, Elric, the Return to Melnibone, and his work for Heavy Metal, such as City of Flowers.

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