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Book Synopsis: The graphic novel adaptation of Octavia E. Butler’s bestselling literary science-fiction masterpiece Kindred is a #1 New York Times bestseller and the winner of the 2018 Eisner Award for Best Adaptation from Another Medium.
Kindred continues to draw in new readers with its deep exploration of the violence and loss of humanity caused by slavery in the United States, and its complex and lasting impact on the present day. Adapted by celebrated academics and comics artists Damian Duffy and John Jennings, this graphic novel powerfully renders Butler’s mysterious and moving story, which spans racial and gender divides in the antebellum South through the 20th century.
Butler’s most celebrated, critically acclaimed work tells the story of Dana, a young black woman who is suddenly and inexplicably transported from her home in 1970s California to the pre–Civil War South. As she time-travels between worlds, one in which she is a free woman and one where she is part of her own complicated familial history on a Southern plantation, she becomes frighteningly entangled in the lives of Rufus, a conflicted white slaveholder and one of Dana’s own ancestors, and the many people who are enslaved by him.
Held up as an essential work in feminist, science-fiction, and fantasy genres, as well as a cornerstone of the Afrofuturism movement, the intersectionality of race, history, and the treatment of women addressed in the book still remain critical topics in contemporary dialogue, both in the classroom and in the public sphere.
Frightening, compelling, and richly imagined, Kindred offers an unflinching look at our complicated social history, transformed by the graphic novel format into a visually stunning work for a new generation of readers.
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Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing world of Kindred with the graphic novel adaptation of Octavia E. Butler’s bestselling literary science-fiction masterpiece. This incredible adaptation has taken the literary world by storm, earning the prestigious title of a #1 New York Times bestseller. Prepare to be captivated!
Experience the powerful storytelling that has garnered Kindred the 2018 Eisner Award for Best Adaptation from Another Medium. With the expert talents of renowned academics and comics artists Damian Duffy and John Jennings, this graphic novel truly breathes life into Butler’s thought-provoking narrative.
Embark on a profound journey with Dana, a young black woman who finds herself mysteriously transported from 1970s California to the cruel realities of the pre–Civil War South. Time-traveling between worlds, she confronts the violent history of slavery and its lingering impact on modern society. You will be absolutely enthralled!
As an essential work in feminist, science-fiction, and fantasy literature, Kindred delves into the intersectionality of race, history, and the treatment of women – themes that still resonate deeply in today's world. Its critical acclaim and status as a cornerstone of the Afrofuturism movement only solidify its relevance and significance.
With stunning visual artwork and an emotionally charged narrative, this graphic novel adaptation of Kindred is perfect for both die-hard fans and newcomers to Butler's work. Let yourself be transported to another time and place, as you witness the compelling struggle for survival and identity in the face of darkness and oppression.
Don't miss out on this groundbreaking graphic novel that has sparked conversations in classrooms and public discussions alike. Join the new generation of readers who are discovering the unflinching truth of our complicated social history. Get your copy of Kindred today and immerse yourself in a visually stunning masterpiece!
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