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One of the most ground-breaking and literate comic series of all-time is finally collected in one mammoth volume, showcasing the very best in modern storytelling and painted artwork. This adult fairy tale is a work that evokes comparison with Lewis Carroll & William Blake. Born in an intergalactic zoo and raised on the romantic works of Byron and Shelley, Moonshadow is suddenly kicked out of his home at the age of fourteen into an uncaring cosmos. He embarks on a journey which takes him not only to different planets, but also to the farthest reaches of the human heart. Contains adult themes and nudity.

Read The Compleat Moonshadow John Marc DeMatteis Kent Williams George Pratt Kevin Nowlan Gaspar Saladino Jon J Muth 9781563893438 Books

"Really really. Cool. Different."

Product details Paperback 464 pages Publisher DC Comics (February 1, 1998) Language English ISBN-10 9781563893438 ISBN-13 978-1563893438 ASIN 1563893436

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The Compleat Moonshadow John Marc DeMatteis Kent Williams George Pratt Kevin Nowlan Gaspar Saladino Jon J Muth 9781563893438 Books Reviews :

The Compleat Moonshadow John Marc DeMatteis Kent Williams George Pratt Kevin Nowlan Gaspar Saladino Jon J Muth 9781563893438 Books Reviews

• Does the story have a charming and youthful protagonist? - Will it play host to an irascible, yet somehow delightful, supporting cast? - Is the tale in question a larger-than-life, inspired chronicle that integrates the finest aspects of fantasy and science fiction into one yarn? The answer to these queries, I am happy to report, can be summarized in one word "yes."
  The Compleat Moonshadow is a graphic novel whose story revolves around the life and times of the eponymous hero. Born in a space zoo to the epitome of a flower child named "Sunflower," and a seemingly omnipotent, smiley face bubble called a G'I-Doses, Moonshadow longs for, and acquires, adventure out amongst the stars. A lascivious and ill-tempered alien named Ira, along with Moonshadow's ever faithful housecat, Frodo, accompany him on this miraculous journey.
  Timeless subjects such as war, love, and mortality are presented to the reader under the guises of awesome quests and situational farces. One can thoroughly enjoy the action sequences from a global battle for supremacy, yet still be reassured that there are valuable insights to uncover on the machinations and consequences of combat. By the same token, Moonshadow's often hilarious attempts to win Ira's affections belie an anxious, nearly neurotic, compulsion for friendship.
  John Marc DeMatteis' writing is highly romantic. However, it avoids the pretentious pitfalls that quixotic writing is prone to through its sincerity. The reader feels every bit of genuine emotion that went into the creation of the narrative, and thinks the saga better for it.
  To add authenticity, DeMatteis' writing directly mirrors that of Moonshadow's; therefore, the prose has such adolescent mainstays like cynicism and doubt creep into the idealistic work as Moonshadow reaches his teenage and mature years.
  Likewise, the art of Jon J. Muth evokes pure sensation. His proficient understanding of form and perspective, coupled with his judicious use of color, engages the reader's sensibilities and never loosens its hold until long after the story is finished.
  Muth also employs exceptional page layout and storyline sequence in Moonshadow. Foregoing the classical approach in most comic books (picture squares with text in them) except when warranted, Muth applies a chic blend of children's storybook layouts (one or two pictures to a page) and his own inimitable, visually innovative arrangements.
  The Compleat Moonshadow is an endearing and highly imaginative tale that will find acceptance and warmth among its readership.
• The best graphic novel ever made, as far as I'm concerned. Great art and a wonderful story. If they ever adapt it to a film, I hope they will get Terry Gilliam to direct/produce.
• The Compleat Moonshadow is a gorgeously illustrated story about real life told from the perspective of a fantasy world in a fashion that engages the reader the way fine art grips the viewer.
• This is a true work of art - and also greatly entertaining.
  The art is amazing, as you can tell from the very cover. Absolutely dream-like and beautiful at all times.
  The writing is exceptional we're talking about a fable that contains elements from all its greatest predecessors while telling a very moving and original story.
  Ambitious? Yes, it is. Does it deliver? You bet.
• a comic written straight from and for the heart
• I'd finally tracked this down, as I'd lost out on collecting the entire series when it first appeared in 1985 (for some reason I never bought them... my loss). I wasn't ready for the storyline. It didn't resonate in the sixteen year-old that was me then, but there was something about the watercolors by Muth that did.
  After art school, I found myself abandoning oils and turning to watercolors. I could work quickly and didn't require as much ventilation, but watercolors are infintely harder to master than oils. I still hadn't returned to "Moonshadow". My awakening was still yet to come.
  Years pass and now I hardly ever paint, or write. I did something in goache recently for my Wife, and something clicked in my head, tiny but definitively. Ping! I found the "Compleat Moonshadow" for sale here, and bought it.
  After two days of reading (fighting a chest cold), and respectfully closing the book at its end, I can be thankful I'd found the book, and know now my own awakening had begun. Thank you, Mr. DeMatteis and Mr. Muth, for making this book. It means more to me than anyone but you could ever know...
  Fred
• Fantastic artwork, thought provoking writing. The only drawback being the size and legibility of some of the print (origional in larger format?) I'm using a big magnifying glass but it's well worth the extra effort.
• Really really. Cool. Different.