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Sophie’s World Vol I
A Graphic Novel About the History of Philosophy: From Socrates to Galileo
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Ideal for readers interested in philosophy and graphic novels, particularly young adults and those new to philosophical thought.
The worldwide philosophy bestseller reimagined as a graphic novel
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One day, young Sophie finds a letter addressed to her which contains only one question: "Who are you?" Then there's another one asking, "Where does the world come from?" The sender of these letters remains a mystery, but the questions intrigue Sophie.
This is the beginning of a strange correspondence that will lead the young girl on a coming-of-age quest to meet major figures of philosophy (Socrates, Plato, Descartes, Hegel, Sartre, etc.). In the first volume, Sophie begins by questioning the philosophers of Antiquity and goes all the way to those of the Renaissance and Enlightenment periods.
This is the first of two volumes. In the second volume, she discovers metaphysical doubt while continuing on her way to modern times.
This comic book adaptation of Jostein Gaarder's original book breathes new life into a cult classic.
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While the cartooning is plain and open, Sophie’s World is densely packed and consistently engaging. Nicoby’s illustrations provide visual stimulation even when conveying complex ideas, making thoughts and philosophies accessible through brief snippets and humour. This creative adaptation by Vincent Zabus and Nicoby successfully holds the reader’s attention.
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ISBN: 9781914224119
Publisher: SelfMadeHero
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 13 October 2022
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: SelfMadeHero
Illustration: 4col illustrations throughout
Contributors:
- Adapted by Vincent Zabus
- By Nicoby
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 275.0mm
Height: 205.0mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 264
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About the Author
Jostein Gaarder was born in Oslo, Norway, in 1952. After teaching philosophy and the history of ideas in Bergen, he devoted himself to writing. His 1994 worldwide bestseller Sophie's World: A Novel About the History of Philosophy was hailed as a masterpiece by critics and readers alike. Afterwards, he put a significant portion of his rights earnings toward establishing a foundation for sustainable environmental development.
Playwright and comics writer Vincent Zabus lives in Namur, Belgium. He became wellknown penning children's series for the longrunning and beloved Spirou magazine. He went on to imagine the prizewinning tales Les Ombres and then Incroyable! which debuted as plays and then became graphic novels with artist Hippolyte. His adaptation of Sophie's World combines his passions for storytelling and philosophy.
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