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Wimbledon Green: the Greatest Comic Book Collector in the World Pdf, Epub, Ebook WIMBLEDON GREEN: THE GREATEST COMIC BOOK COLLECTOR IN THE WORLD PDF, EPUB, EBOOK Seth | 128 pages | 26 Oct 2006 | Vintage Publishing | 9780224079198 | English | London, United Kingdom Wimbledon Green: The Greatest Comic Book Collector in the World PDF Book About Seth. A fake name? And in the middle is a racy Tintin-esque search for an elusive comic "The Green Ghost 1". Hardcover , pages. Quotes from Wimbledon Green. That plus the lack of an ending just made something that could have been profound about the burdens of one's obsessions just flame out. When we get to see glimpses of Wimbledon's fabled collection, Seth shows his great understanding of comics of the past, and creates some hilarious but believable artifacts for the collectors of Wimbledon Green to salivate over. It paints this exaggerated world full of cut throat comic collectors that id just such a joy to read. Condition: VG. About this Item: Paperback. From what little I know of this Seth guy, he strikes me as, though not entirely unapproachable, rather exacting and proud, so it surprises me that he'd put out something so admittedly rushed. Also a better little mystery than say, the Ice Haven book by Dan Clowes Seth appears in the book as a thinly disguised character named Jonah, proudly displaying his quirks and faults. An interesting and different graphic novel, Wimbledon Green orbits around the mystery of a notorious comic book collector of the same name. Original Title. A lot of the story is told through these interview segments that on paper would seem boring, repetitive and redundant. Take the front cover: the moustache and belly are made grand by the stroke thickness—to draw these with more uniformly thick lines would remove all emphasis and character. Martin Multiple-item retail product, 4. Even though this book is considered to be minor by its author, it is well worth getting just for the experience of being inside the warped world of comic collecting for a moment and a few rides in a rocket car. With Clyde Fans, I was mesmerized and in love. In the preface to the book, Seth writes a longish and self-deprecating letter to the reader telling them that the following book is not as good as it should be, just a brainfart from his sketchbook. Pub Date: Oct. Cookies on oxfam We use cookies to ensure that you have the best experience on our website. It's all so simple, really. The longer segment about an elusive comic got too over-the-top with helicopters and trains and took a comic that was rooted in a kind of reality and removed it from any solid ground. Ever have a funny thought that snowballed into a running joke that turned into a central part of your social folklore? Discover what to read next. Through small panels done in single colours we hear about the great collector and his habits. The story, scattered about like a puzzle, was intermittently gripping. And Lutes plays with perspective in a visual sense as well, jumping from point-of-view frames to overhead angles, including one from a dirigible flying above in honor of the Kaiser. Smaller 8vo pp. Sign in for more lists. Published by Wuppertal : Ed. More by Jason Lutes. From: HPB Inc. Published by jonathan cape london Good condition is defined as: a copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. Oct 13, PDT. Otherwise, far too many of the strips consist of panel after panel of talking heads, all adding their two cents to a mild character study spoof with only a handful of intriguing moments and a smile or two. Even though this book is considered to be minor by its author, it is well worth getting just for the experience of being inside the warped world of comic collecting for a moment and a few rides in a rocket car. About this Item: Wuppertal : Ed. In telling the story of Wimbledon Green, Seth uses the people around Wimbledon, mostly comic shop owners and rival collectors, to give tiny bits of the story. The single tone colours of the pages, sometimes chrome, sometimes golden, sometimes a dull green, add to the atmosphere of the book. The best of these is the story of Jonah, a bitter, compulsive thief, who creates eccentricities to mask his outsider status in the collecting community. Lastly, is he really even Wimbledon Green? Supposedly taken from Seth's sketchbooks, the book is a lively, jaunty, hilarious read. But I really liked it. Except for ones with a thin skin about comics collecting, anyway. Wimbledon Green: The Greatest Comic Book Collector in the World Writer But I loved its simplicity and yet detailed design. Any additional courier charges will be applied at checkout as they vary depending on delivery address. Sure, there are plenty of people out there who'd eagerly purchase the rag Picasso wiped his paintbrush on, but there's certainly no art or pride involved in that exchange. This is a complex little comic book novel told through varying POVs of more than a dozen characters. And there's even one character who looks strangely like Seth. From: medimops Berlin, Germany Seller Rating:. Buy this book. World DK Books. In a manner similar to Michael Chabon's brilliant Kavalier and Clay , Seth creates out of whole cloth a history of comics similar to our own. After you have bought your item, our team of volunteers package and dispatch it from the Shop straight to you or your chosen recipient. May be very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover. A fake name? About this Item: Drawn and Quarterly. Contact us: or email customercare kirkus. Through the memories of Wimbledon's associates, enemies and friends, Seth recounts the rise of Wimbledon and key events in the Green legend: the discovery of the priceless Wilber Webb collection and the hunt for the mythical comic book The Green Ghost 1. It has a good pace and has a large amount of wit to it that keeps the book fresh and entertaining. The final few pages of the book deal with Wimbledon's own mother succumbing to dementia and the scenes bring a powerful resonance that is missing from the generally jolly tone of the book. Mar 08, David rated it it was amazing Shelves: graphic-novels. Minimal signs of usage may include very minor creasing on the cover or on the spine. PW Picks: Books of the Week. About this Item: Wuppertal : Ed. Sort order. Supposedly taken from Seth's sketchbooks, the book is a lively, jaunty, hilarious read. About this Item: Condition: Good. Sep 30, Jeff rated it really liked it. It takes Seth's mastery to tell passion, nostalgia, playfulness and mystery in a documentary- like story of a remarkable man who - I am convinced- lives somewhere in the Canadian countryside, enjoying mellow afternoons in the road reading comic books under a maple tree. Combine that with a madcap Golden Age-style adventure in the middle of the book and throw in a beautiful ending, and you have a truly memorable comic book that testifies to the power of the medium about which the story is written. Feb 16, Stephanie Griffin rated it really liked it Recommends it for: collectors of anything! About this Item: Condition: Very Good. Through small panels done in single colours we hear about the great collector and his habits. That being said, there is a vicarious thrill in the chance to look at what Crumb idly doodles while looking after his daughter, or what an earnest I'm VERY conflicted about the idea of artists and writers publishing sketchbooks. Although many great E. Martin Multiple-item retail product, 4. Shipping help - opens a layer International Shipping - items may be subject to customs processing depending on the item's customs value. As the buyer, you should be aware of possible: - delays from customs inspection. And along the way we are treated to the obsession of comics collecting as memorably explained via the collectors, as well as Seth's knowledge of the era reproducing facsimiles of comics from that time. Email to friends Share on Facebook - opens in a new window or tab Share on Twitter - opens in a new window or tab Share on Pinterest - opens in a new window or tab Add to Watchlist. In original shrinkwrap. Item added to your basket View basket. Average rating 3. Almost there! Published by jonathan cape london Wien, Austria. This excellent graphic novel by 'Seth' isn't so much a story as an intriguing character study of the eponymous Wimbledon Green, self-professed Greatest Comic Book Collector in the world. Wimbledon Green: The Greatest Comic Book Collector in the World Reviews It is unusual to me to see panels coloured with a minority of light as opposed to a minority of shadow. Such quibbles would perhaps be unfair if Ackroyd were retelling some obscure gem of Old English, but they loom larger with Chaucer because there are many modern versions of The Canterbury Tales. From: Antiquarische Fundgrube e. Feb 27, Andrew rated it really liked it Shelves: comic-books. Add to Basket Used Hardcover. Feb 02, James rated it it was amazing Shelves: graphic-novels. Mar 28, S. Much like the future imagined by comics in the '40s and '50s, this world is filled with rocket cars, super fast locomotives and men who dress as if they are stuck in a film noir. Published by Jonathan Cape. Proceed to Basket. Item specifics Condition: Like New: A book that looks new but has been read.
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