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Bryan Talbot

    February 24, 1952

    Bryan Talbot is a trailblazing figure in British comics, emerging from the underground scene of the late 1960s. His work consistently delves into complex themes, including recovery from trauma and existential exploration, marked by a profound visual depth and intricate storytelling. Whether crafting anthropomorphic detective thrillers or examining the intersections of literature and local history, Talbot's creations offer a unique blend of intellectual stimulation and compelling graphic artistry. His innovative approach to visual narrative, often employing textless sequences, powerfully conveys deep emotions and complex ideas through imagery alone.

    Bryan Talbot
    The Sandman Vol. 6 - Fables and Reflections
    The Legend of Luther Arkwright
    Grandville Integral
    The Sandman: World's End
    Nemesis the Warlock - The Definitive Edition, Volume 2
    Grandville L'Intégrale
    • Grandville L'Intégrale

      • 608 pages
      • 22 hours of reading

      'I've never come across a fictional world as fully-realised as Bryan Talbot's Grandville... It's a world you'll never tire of exploring' IAN RANKIN Beware the Badger! The acclaimed steampunk series from graphic-novel pioneer Bryan Talbot explores an alternate art-nouveau world populated by intelligent animals, a human underclass, and wondrous technology. Within this rich fantastical milieu, the relentless Detective-Inspector LeBrock of Scotland Yard pursues shadowy death squads, psychotic killers, dark political conspiracies, ruthless crime lords, and bloodthirsty cults through the streets of London and the center of the greatest empire on earth, the Belle Epoque Paris known as Grandville. Grandville L'Intégrale collects all five Grandville novels in one deluxe hardcover volume accompanied by voluminous author notes never before in print.*WITH AN INTRODUCTION BY IAN RANKIN*'I have greatly enjoyed the Grandville books. I think they're superbly designed, beautifully conceived, admirably written - everything about them is terrific' PHILIP PULLMAN'These ingeniously plotted fantasies will make you bark with laughter' METRO'Utterly delightful' THE TIMES'Bryan Talbot is a genius' OBSERVER

      Grandville L'Intégrale
      4.8
    • Set in a dystopian future, this series follows Nemesis, a powerful warlock fighting against oppressive forces. Written by Pat Mills and illustrated by Kevin O'Neill, it combines thrilling storytelling with striking artwork. The new Definitive editions enhance accessibility, making it easier for readers to dive into this classic 2000 AD storyline. Fans of the genre will appreciate its rich narrative and visual style, which align with the quality of the Essential Judge Dredd line.

      Nemesis the Warlock - The Definitive Edition, Volume 2
      4.7
    • The Sandman: World's End

      • 160 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      A "reality storm" draws an unusual cast of characters together. They take shelter in a tavern, where they amuse each other with their life stories. Although Morpheus is never a focus in these stories, each has something to say about the nature of stories and dreams. With an introduction by Stephen King. SUGGESTED FOR MATURE READERS. Collecting The Sandman #51–56

      The Sandman: World's End
      4.5
    • Grandville Integral

      • 608 pages
      • 22 hours of reading

      "The acclaimed steampunk series from graphic-novel pioneer Bryan Talbot explores an alternate, art-nouveau world populated by intelligent animals, a human underclass, and wondrous technology"--

      Grandville Integral
      4.4
    • The Legend of Luther Arkwright

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      The Adventures of Luther Arkwright, first serialised in 1978, is considered by many to be the first British graphic novel. Praised by many writers and artists, including Alan Moore, Neil Gaiman, Jean Giroud (Moebius) and Michael Moorcock, the ground-breaking, experimental adult SF story was a seminal work, inspiring and influencing many comic creators. Its sequel, Heart Of Empire, was published in 2001. Both books have been continually in print since they were first published. Set fifty years later, The Legend of Luther Arkwright is another stand-alone story. While still maintaining total continuity with the Arkwright mythos, it is a different kind of adult adventure. Pursued across multiple historically divergent parallel worlds, both utopian and dystopian, and facing a far superior adversary, Arkwright battles to save humanity from mass destruction; his only edge is his experience and force of will. The Legend of Luther Arkwright, beautifully drawn by master storyteller and Eisner Award-winning comics creator Bryan Talbot, is a milestone in British comics history.

      The Legend of Luther Arkwright
      4.4
    • Written by NEIL GAIMAN Art by P. CRAIG RUSSELL, JILL THOMPSON and others Cover by DAVE McKEAN A new edition of this title collecting issues #29-31 and SANDMAN SPECIAL #1, in which Morpheus delves into the dreams of Augustus Caesar, Cain and Abel, Marco Polo, Orpheus and more. On sale AUGUST 31 168 pg, FC, $17.99 US MATURE READERS

      The Sandman Vol. 6 - Fables and Reflections
      4.4
    • Grandville Force Majeure

      • 176 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      The Badger is back! In the middle of a gang war, wanted for murder, alone and outside the law, Detective Inspector LeBrock is on the run from both the police and gangster assassins, the victim of a diabolical scheme to annihilate himself and everyone he holds dear, engineered by crime lord Tiberius Koenig, one of the most despicable villains...

      Grandville Force Majeure
      4.4
    • Take an apartment house, add in a drag queen, a lesbian couple, some talking animals, a talking severed head, a confused heroine and the deadly Cuckoo. Stir vigorously with a hurricane and Morpheus himself and you get this fifth installment of The Sandman series. This story stars Barbie, who now finds herself a princess in a vivid dreamworld

      The Sandman. Volume 5: A game of you
      4.3
    • Luther Arkwright

      • 568 pages
      • 20 hours of reading

      This collection merges two imaginative tales featuring the adventures of Luther Arkwright, an extraordinary character navigating a vast multiverse. The narratives explore themes of power, rebellion, and the struggle against oppressive forces, set against richly detailed worlds. This single paperback edition offers readers a unique opportunity to experience the depth and complexity of these interconnected stories, showcasing the author's creative vision and storytelling prowess.

      Luther Arkwright
      4.2
    • Meanwhile, the brutal murder of a famous Parisian artist is subject to the investigations of the tenacious Detective Inspector LeBrock of Scotland Yard, placing him and his faithful adjunct, Detective Sergeant Roderick Ratzi, in pursuit of the mysterious masked assassin stalking the cut-throat commercial world of the Grandville art scene.

      Grandville Bete Noire
      4.2