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It's Dark in London

By Josh Appignanesi and Neil Gaiman and Stella Duffy
Series: Short Stories
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It's Dark in London is a graphic novel anthology that offers a rich tapestry of noir tales set against the backdrop of London's gritty streets. With contributions from various artists and writers, it paints a complex picture of the city's underbelly through enigmatic narratives and detailed illustrations. The stories explore themes of mystery, crime, and the enigmatic nature of urban life, creating a compelling and atmospheric collection.
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You might enjoy this graphic novel if you're drawn to gritty, atmospheric stories set in an urban landscape. With contributions from acclaimed writers Neil Gaiman and Stella Duffy, it weaves together engaging tales that capture the darker side of London's life and characters. Perfect for fans of moody, visually striking narratives.

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It's Dark in London features the work of Alan Moore, Neil Gaiman, David McKean, Ilya, Carol Swain, Dix, and Melinda Gebbie, in tandem with the stories of London writers like Iain Sinclair, Graeme Gordon, Christopher Petit, and Stella Duffy.

This fusion produces a portrait of London that captures the city's fundamental essence as an exquisite mixture of lofty towers and gutter sleaze, of suburban gentility and urban depravity, of private vices and public philanthropy.

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  • It's Dark in London
    It's Dark in London features the work of Alan Moore, Neil Gaiman, David McKean, Ilya, Carol Swain, Dix, and Melinda Gebbie, in tandem with the stories of London writers like Iain Sinclair, Graeme Gordon, Christopher Petit, and Stella Duffy. This fusion produces a portrait of London that captures the city's fundamental essence as an exquisite mixture of lofty towers and...
    By Josh Appignanesi and Neil Gaiman and Stella Duffy
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Book Details

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ISBN: 9781906838447

Publisher: SelfMadeHero

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 March 2012

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: SelfMadeHero

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 165.0mm

Height: 241.0mm

Weight: 380g

Pages: 136

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