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Jules Feiffer

    January 26, 1929

    Jules Feiffer is an acclaimed creator whose distinctive illustrations and narratives delve into the complexities of human emotion. His work often navigates a space between humor and unease, drawing directly from his childhood perceptions of a world filled with fear and uncertainty, particularly concerning parental figures. Feiffer's artistic approach captures the raw, often unsettling, emotional material that fuels his creative output, resulting in a style that is both instantly recognizable and profoundly impactful.

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    I Lost My Bear
    Kill My Mother (Limited Edition): A Graphic Novel
    Bark, George
    A Barrel of Laughs, a Vale of Tears
    MacDoodle St.
    • MacDoodle St.

      • 120 pages
      • 5 hours of reading
      4.4(10)Add rating

      A collection of legendary absurdist comic strips about life in 1970s New York City, now available in print for the first time in over thirty years. Every week, from 1978 to 1980, The Village Voice brought a new installment of Mark Alan Stamaty's uproarious, endlessly inventive strip MacDoodle St. Centering more or less on Malcolm Frazzle, a blocked poet struggling to complete his latest lyric for Dishwasher Monthly, Stamaty's creation encompassed a dizzying array of characters, stories, jokes, and digressions. One week might feature the ongoing battle between irate businessmen and bearded beatniks for control of a Greenwich Village coffee shop, the next might reveal a dastardly plot involving a genetically engineered dishwashing monkey, or the frustrated dreams of an irascible, over-caffeinated painter, or the mysterious visions of a duffle-coated soothsayer on the bus. Not to mention the variable moods and longings of the comic strip itself.... And somehow, in the end, it all fits together. MacDoodle St. is more than just a hilarious weekly strip; it is a great comic novel, a thrilling, surprising, unexpectedly moving ode to art, life, and New York City. This new edition features a brand-new, twenty-page autobiographical comic by Stamaty explaining what happened next and why MacDoodle St. never returned, in a unique, funny, and poignant look at the struggles and joys of being an artist.

      MacDoodle St.
    • A Barrel of Laughs, a Vale of Tears

      • 192 pages
      • 7 hours of reading
      4.4(893)Add rating

      The journey of Prince Roger transforms him from a carefree adventurer to a compassionate peacemaker. Encountering challenges like starvation and despair, he navigates through perilous landscapes while discovering the complexities of kindness and cruelty. Along the way, he forms deep friendships and ultimately falls for Lady Sadie, who proves to be both a savior and a truth-teller. The narrative is enriched by a whimsical tone and humorous illustrations, capturing the absurdity of his experiences and personal growth.

      A Barrel of Laughs, a Vale of Tears
    • "Bark, George," says George's mother, and George goes: "Meow," which definitely isn't right, because George is a dog.And so is his mother, who repeats, "Bark, George." And George goes, "Quack, quack."What's going on with George? Find out in this hilarious new picture book from Jules Feiffer.

      Bark, George
    • This limited edition features only 150 copies, showcasing a luxurious full cloth binding and slipcase. Each copy includes a signed and numbered art print, making it a unique collectible for enthusiasts.

      Kill My Mother (Limited Edition): A Graphic Novel
    • It's not under the bed, or on the chair, or beneath the couch, or behind the curtains. It's GONE! What do you do when your favorite toy disappears, and you can't find it where you left it? What if your family is NO help at all? A determined little detective heads up the search, and discovers more than she ever expected! 00-01 Young Reader's Choice Award Program Masterlist

      I Lost My Bear
    • The story follows Raymond, who feels frustrated when his mother interrupts his comic book reading. Inspired by the narrative device "MEANWHILE..." commonly found in comics, he envisions a way to escape his reality. He begins to write his own adventures on the wall behind his bed, leading to imaginative scenarios that allow him to explore his desires and frustrations. This creative journey highlights themes of escapism and the power of imagination in a child's life.

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    • The Ghost Script

      • 149 pages
      • 6 hours of reading
      3.6(136)Add rating

      Never has the incomparable Jules Feiffer been more eerily prophetic than in this stunning finale to his best-selling Kill My Mother trilogy.

      The Ghost Script
    • Grown Ups

      • 104 pages
      • 4 hours of reading
      3.1(25)Add rating

      The play presents a middle-aged journalist navigating life in a world filled with emotionally immature individuals. Through sharp humor, it explores the paradox of love that harms instead of heals, showcasing the complexities of human relationships. The author, known for his acerbic wit, delivers a poignant commentary on adulthood and the absurdities of life, revealing the often painful truths hidden beneath the surface of human interactions. With a blend of comedy and insight, it captures the essence of personal growth amidst chaos.

      Grown Ups
    • Kill My Mother - A Graphic Novel

      • 160 pages
      • 6 hours of reading
      3.2(42)Add rating

      When three daunting dolls intersect with one hapless heroine and a hard-boiled private eye, deception, betrayal and murder stalk every mean street.

      Kill My Mother - A Graphic Novel
    • Cousin Joseph

      • 129 pages
      • 5 hours of reading
      3.4(321)Add rating

      The prequel to The New York Times bestseller Kill My Mother, an epic saga of American noir fiction.

      Cousin Joseph