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The graphic memoir delves into the complexities of the class divide and childhood labor, set against the backdrop of Wisconsin's ginseng farming industry. It offers a personal narrative that intertwines family dynamics with broader themes of globalization, reflecting on the challenges and realities faced by those involved in this unique agricultural sector. Through vivid illustrations and storytelling, the author provides insight into both the local and global implications of this often-overlooked industry.

In "GINSENG WURZELN" erzählt Craig Thompson autobiografisch von seiner Jugend auf der elterlichen Farm, wo er mit seinen Geschwistern arbeitet, um Taschengeld zu verdienen. Das Werk kombiniert Memoiren, Reisebericht und Essay und thematisiert Klassenunterschiede, familiäre Bindungen sowie globale Themen wie Ackerbau und Ginseng.

Blankets jest wielkim komiksem! Bynajmniej nie dlatego, że ma niemal 600 stron i waży ponad kilogram. Jest wielki, bo Craig Thompson rewelacyjnie opowiedział historię swojego dzieciństwa, swojej pierwszej miłości i swojej wiary. Opowiedział oczywiście nie wszystko i specyficznie, ale za to jak! Edycja poszerzona, powstała z okazji 20-lecia tytułu!

Od 10. do 20. roku życia Craig Thompson (autor Blankets) i jego młodszy brat Phil pracowali na farmach w stanie Wisconsin. Pielenie i zbiór żeń-szenia egzotycznego zioła leczniczego, które przynosiło ogromne zyski w Chinach sfinansowało młodzieńczą obsesję Craiga na punkcie komiksów. Z kolei komiksy pozwoliły mu uciec od pułapek życia wiejskiej klasy robotniczej. Po latach Thompson wraca do tematu w komiksie Żeń-szeń. Zgniłe korzenie, który będąc po części wspomnieniami, po części dziennikiem podróżnym, po części esejem bada podziały klasowe, rolnictwo, holistyczne uzdrawianie, 300-letnie relacje między Azją i Ameryką Północną, pracę w dzieciństwie i więzy rodzinne. schovat popis

The narrative explores the consequences of compassion and the risks of involvement as a small group uncovers the dark secrets of the wealthy elite. As they delve deeper into a world of scandal and intrigue, they face escalating dangers, particularly when supernatural elements begin to intertwine with their reality. The story raises questions about escape from entanglements and the true cost of caring for others amidst chaos.

From ages 10 to 20, Craig Thompson (author of Blankets) and his little brother Phil, toiled in Wisconsin farms weeding and harvesting ginseng. The medicinal herb fetched huge profits in China and funded Craig’s youthful obsession with comic books. Comics in turn, allowed him to escape his rural, working class trappings.For the first time in his career, Thompson is serializing his story. Part memoir, part travelogue, part essay—all comic book—Ginseng Roots is a sweeping narrative that unearths surprising connections between class divide, agriculture, holistic healing, the 300-year-long trade relationship between China and North America, childhood labor, and the bond between two brothers.

For Violet Marloche, family is the most important thing in the whole galaxy. When her father goes missing while on a hazardeous job, she can't just sit around and do nothing. She throws caution to the stars and sets out with a group of misfit friends on a quest to find him. But space is vast and dangerous, and Violet soon discovers that her dad is in big, BIG trouble. With her father's life on the line, nothing is going to stop Violet from trying to rescue him and keep her family together

'Like the twisted lovechild of Jack Kirby and Dr Seuss, Craig Thompson has created a new genre: the Adorable Epic.' JOSS WHEDON From the Eisner award winning, New York Times bestselling author of Habibi and Blankets, comes this year's most exciting adventure. For Violet, family is the most important thing in the whole galaxy. So when her father goes missing while on a hazardous job, she can't just sit around and do nothing. Throwing caution to the stars, she sets out with a group of misfit friends on a quest to find him. But space is a big and dangerous place for a young girl, and when she discovers that her dad has been swallowed into the belly of a giant planet-eating whale, the odds looked stacked against them... Visionary graphic novel creator Craig Thompson brings all of his wit, warmth, and humour to create a brilliantly drawn story for all ages. Set in a distant yet familiar future, Space Dumplins weaves themes of family, friendship, and loyalty into a grand space adventure filled with quirky aliens, awesome space-ships, and sharp commentary on our environmentally challenged world.

Violet Marlocke's determination to rescue her missing father leads her on a daring adventure across the galaxy. Valuing family above all, she assembles a team to navigate the dangers of space and uncover the truth behind her father's disappearance. As they face challenges together, themes of loyalty, courage, and the bonds of family are explored in this thrilling journey.

Die Suche nach Violets Vater führt sie in die unermesslichen Weiten des Weltalls, wo sie sich zahlreichen Gefahren gegenübersieht. Gemeinsam mit ihren eigenwilligen Freunden Elliot und Zachäus begibt sie sich auf ein spannendes Abenteuer, um das Rätsel um das Verschwinden ihres Vaters zu lösen. Während ihrer Reise entdeckt Violet nicht nur die Herausforderungen des Weltraums, sondern auch die Stärke ihrer Freundschaften und die Bedeutung von Familie in einer galaktischen Umgebung.