Ricky Rouse Has a Gun

Name: Ricky Rouse Has a Gun
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9781906838829
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By Jörg Tittel

Series: Original Fiction

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Summary

Ricky Rouse Has a Gun is a satirical graphic novel that blends action and humour, focusing on a soldier who deserts the military and finds work in a Chinese amusement park filled with knock-off cartoon characters. When a group of terrorists seizes the park, he finds himself thrust into a chaotic and absurd conflict, navigating a blend of cultural misappropriation and consumerism. The story is an entertaining commentary on globalisation and intellectual property, filled with clever twists and unexpected alliances.
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This graphic novel might appeal to you if you enjoy a mix of satire and action, tackling the absurdities of globalisation and corporate consumerism with a humorous twist. Set in a peculiar amusement park, it weaves a story full of quirky characters and thrilling adventures, ideal for readers who appreciate a unique blend of humour and commentary.

Ricky Rouse Has a Gun

An inventive and action-packed thriller, infused with social and political satire

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Rick Rouse is a US Army deserter who, after running away to China, gets a job at Fengxian Amusement Park—a family destination heavily "inspired" by Western culture, featuring Rambi (the deer with a red headband), Ratman (the caped crusader with a rat's tail), Bumbo (small ears and a big behind), and dozens of other original characters.

The park's general manager is convinced that Rick was destined to greet Fengxian customers, dressed as none other than Ricky Rouse.

Ricky Rouse Has a Gun is an original graphic novel that serves as a relentless action comedy, a satire of US-China relations, a parody of Western entertainment, and a curious look at China—a country that, once we look past its often outrageous copyright infringements, is a culture ripe with innovation and a unique, courageous spirit.

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Ricky Rouse Has a Gun has been praised for its lively and engaging storytelling, despite the presence of death throughout its narrative. The contrasting elements of action and humour create a dynamic and captivating experience for readers.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781906838829

Publisher: SelfMadeHero

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 September 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: SelfMadeHero

Contributors:

Illustrated by John Aggs
Foreword by Christopher Sprigman

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 172.0mm

Height: 259.0mm

Weight: 610g

Pages: 180

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Fiction Graphic Novels Jörg Tittel Series: Original Fiction

About the Author

J\u00f6rg Tittel writes, produces, and directs plays, films, and video games. His passion and long-term mission is to create beautifully crafted stories and character-driven projects that transcend media. He lives in London. John Aggs is a comic-book artist whose work for adults and for children has been published by the Guardian, Random House, Hachette, and many others. He lives in London.