Memoirs of a Book Thief

Name: Memoirs of a Book Thief
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9781910593639
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Memoirs of a Book Thief is a graphic novel that explores the life of a young book lover who indulges in a daring series of book thefts. Set against a backdrop of secret societies and hidden libraries, it follows the protagonist's quest for rare and magical texts. The story weaves themes of adventure, greed, and the transformative power of literature.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

This graphic novel might captivate you if you enjoy immersive storytelling with stunning illustrations that explore themes of literature, adventure, and intrigue. Perfect for readers who appreciate a blend of art and narrative to bring characters' bookish escapades to life.

"First published in French by Futuropolis in 2015"--Copyright page.

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Memoirs of a Book Thief introduces us to Daniel Brodin — bibliophile, book thief, and self-proclaimed poet. He finds himself amidst the heated atmosphere of the Cafe Serbier, the hub of the Parisian literati. During a poetry night, when a luminary suggests giving a chance to an unknown poet, Daniel impulsively steps forward. Feeling the pressure, he recites not one of his own surrealist poems but an obscure piece of Italian verse he's certain no one will recognise. It's plagiarism, but it results in triumph.

At last, success. Daniel's recital marks his entrance into the Parisian avant-garde: a band of cultured rogues and pseudo-revolutionaries for whom life is a playground for art. In this milieu, planning a robbery holds as much value as writing a book. The wine is good, the girls are beautiful — but can success truly last if it is built on plagiarism and theft?

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Memoirs of a Book Thief has been praised for its sharp dialogue, which both mocks and honours the quirks of its time. It delves into themes of art, value, and authenticity, making it a compelling read for those questioning the nature of "serious" art. Publishers Weekly considers it an engaging graphic novel for introspective artists and inquisitive minds.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781910593639

Publisher: SelfMadeHero

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 11 April 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: SelfMadeHero

Contributors:

Text by Alessandro Tota
By Pierre Van Hove

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 177.0mm

Height: 247.0mm

Weight: 660g

Pages: 176

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Adult Graphic Novels Fiction Graphic Novels

About the Author

Alessandro Tota was born in Italy and lives in Paris. He is one of the founders of the magazine Canicola, which won the BD Alternative Prize at the Angoulême Festival in 2007. A graduate of the Academy of Fine Arts of Bologna, he is the author of numerous children's books (including the Angoulême-nominated Caterina) and graphic novels. Since 2011, he has been a lecturer in comics at the Auguste Renoi Technical College in Paris.

Pierre Van Hove is an illustrator and graphic artist. He is the co-founder of Enfin, a production company that works in the fields of audiovisual production, animation and short films. In 2003, he wrote and directed the series of erotic cartoons "Un peu d'amour", which was broadcast on Canal+.