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American Gods: My Ainsel

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American Gods: My Ainsel is a graphic novel adaptation that continues the epic journey of Shadow Moon and his encounter with gods in modern America. Shadow hides in a small town under an alias while Mr. Wednesday moves forward with his plans for a divine war. This instalment weaves mythology with contemporary settings, exploring themes of belief and identity.
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This graphic novel may appeal to you if you enjoy gripping stories infused with myth and magic, all brought to life through vivid illustrations. If you're a fan of modern-day fantasy mixed with ancient mythology, this continuation of Shadow's journey through a fantastical America should captivate you.

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American Gods: My Ainsel

My Ainsel (Part 2): Now adapted as a graphic novel, the highly acclaimed epic from international bestseller Neil Gaiman.

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American Gods by international bestseller and creator of Sandman, Neil Gaiman, is an award-winning epic novel. It has been adapted into a highly acclaimed major TV series starring Ricky Whittle, Ian McShane, and Gillian Anderson. Now, for the first time, it is adapted in stunning comic book form. This is the second of three bind-up editions. 'Original, engrossing and endlessly inventive' - George R. R. Martin. The extraordinary road trip across America continues as our heroes gather reinforcements for the imminent god war. Shadow and Wednesday leave the House on the Rock and continue their journey across the country where they set up aliases, meet new gods, and prepare for war. The Hugo, Bram Stoker, Locus, World Fantasy, and Nebula award-winning epic novel and hit Amazon Prime Video TV series by international bestseller Neil Gaiman is now, for the first time, adapted in stunning graphic novel form. This volume collects the second nine issues of the seminal American Gods comic book series.

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American Gods: My Ainsel is praised for its originality and engaging narrative, offering an inventive journey across America with uniquely strange travellers. Neil Gaiman's imaginative storytelling is highlighted, revealing his skill in tackling grand themes with finesse. His reputation as a highly imaginative writer is affirmed by reviewers, including a notable mention from The Times.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781472251428

Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 23 April 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Headline Book Publishing

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Scott Hampton

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 178.0mm

Height: 262.0mm

Weight: 852g

Pages: 232

About the Author

Neil Gaiman is the author of over thirty acclaimed books and graphic novels for adults and children, including AMERICAN GODS, STARDUST, CORALINE, THE GRAVEYARD BOOK and TRIGGER WARNING: SHORT FICTIONS AND DISTURBANCES. His most recent novel for adults, THE OCEAN AT THE END OF THE LANE was highly acclaimed, appeared on the hardback and paperback Sunday Times bestseller lists and won several awards, including being voted Book of the Year in the National Book Awards 2013: 'Some books you read. Some books you enjoy. But some books just swallow you up, heart and soul' Joanne Harris.

The recipient of numerous literary honours, Neil Gaiman's work has been adapted for film, television and radio. He has written scripts for Doctor Who, collaborated with authors and illustrators including Terry Pratchett, Dave McKean and Chris Riddell, and THE SANDMAN is established as one of the classic graphic novels. As George R. R. Martin says: 'There's no one quite like Neil Gaiman.'

Originally from England, Neil Gaiman now lives in America.

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