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Sophie’s World Vol I

A Graphic Novel About the History of Philosophy: From Socrates to Galileo
By Jostein Gaarder
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One day, young Sophie receives a mysterious letter asking, "Who are you?" and "Where does the world come from?" This begins her intriguing correspondence, propelling her on a coming-of-age journey through philosophy. In this first volume, Sophie explores the thoughts of great philosophers from Antiquity to the Renaissance and Enlightenment, meeting figures such as Socrates, Plato, Descartes, Hegel, and Sartre. Adapted from Jostein Gaarder’s original work, this graphic novel breathes new life into a cult classic.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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Ideal for readers interested in philosophy and graphic novels, particularly young adults and those new to philosophical thought.

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The worldwide philosophy bestseller reimagined as a graphic novel

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One day, young Sophie finds a letter addressed to her which contains only one question: "Who are you?" Then there's another one asking, "Where does the world come from?" The sender of these letters remains a mystery, but the questions intrigue Sophie.

This is the beginning of a strange correspondence that will lead the young girl on a coming-of-age quest to meet major figures of philosophy (Socrates, Plato, Descartes, Hegel, Sartre, etc.). In the first volume, Sophie begins by questioning the philosophers of Antiquity and goes all the way to those of the Renaissance and Enlightenment periods.

This is the first of two volumes. In the second volume, she discovers metaphysical doubt while continuing on her way to modern times.

This comic book adaptation of Jostein Gaarder's original book breathes new life into a cult classic.

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While the cartooning is plain and open, Sophie’s World is densely packed and consistently engaging. Nicoby’s illustrations provide visual stimulation even when conveying complex ideas, making thoughts and philosophies accessible through brief snippets and humour. This creative adaptation by Vincent Zabus and Nicoby successfully holds the reader’s attention.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781914224119

Publisher: SelfMadeHero

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 October 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: SelfMadeHero

Illustration: 4col illustrations throughout

Contributors:

  • Adapted by Vincent Zabus
  • By Nicoby

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 275.0mm

Height: 205.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 264

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About the Author

Jostein Gaarder was born in Oslo, Norway, in 1952. After teaching philosophy and the history of ideas in Bergen, he devoted himself to writing. His 1994 worldwide bestseller Sophie's World: A Novel About the History of Philosophy was hailed as a masterpiece by critics and readers alike. Afterwards, he put a significant portion of his rights earnings toward establishing a foundation for sustainable environmental development.

Playwright and comics writer Vincent Zabus lives in Namur, Belgium. He became wellknown penning children's series for the longrunning and beloved Spirou magazine. He went on to imagine the prizewinning tales Les Ombres and then Incroyable! which debuted as plays and then became graphic novels with artist Hippolyte. His adaptation of Sophie's World combines his passions for storytelling and philosophy.

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