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Random Life: Cartoons by Judy Horacek

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Random Life: Cartoons by Judy Horacek is a collection of over 200 cartoons that explore a broad range of themes including climate change, feminism, social media, fairy tales, Mondays and zebras. Drawn from Judy Horacek's contributions to The Age and other publications, these cartoons offer sharp, humorous, and sometimes poignant reflections on contemporary life, showcasing the randomness and complexity of human experience.
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Ideal for readers who enjoy witty, insightful humour and contemporary social commentary through cartoons. Fans of Judy Horacek's distinctive style and anyone interested in thoughtful, relatable cartoons will appreciate this collection.

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Random Life is a collection of over 200 recent cartoons by much-loved cartoonist Judy Horacek. Drawn for her regular spot in the Age (and other publications wise enough to employ her), Judy's ninth cartoon collection covers subjects as diverse as climate change, feminism, social media, fairy tales, Mondays and zebras.

Random Life is a collection of over 200 recent cartoons by much-loved cartoonist Judy Horacek. Drawn for her regular spot in the Age (and other publications wise enough to employ her), Judy's ninth cartoon collection covers subjects as diverse as climate change, feminism, social media, fairy tales, Mondays and zebras.

These are cartoons that make us look anew at the contemporary world. They show us who we are, or who we might be. They make us laugh, or sometimes even cry.

They are about life, and it is random.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780987612908

Publisher: Black Inc.

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 July 2017

Country: Australia

Imprint: Black Inc.

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 141.0mm

Height: 179.0mm

Weight: 386g

Pages: 224

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