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Book Synopsis: The graphic novel adaptation of Octavia E. Butler’s groundbreaking dystopian novel, Parable of the Sower, the follow-up to Kindred, a #1 New York Times bestseller.
2021 Hugo Award Winner for Best Graphic Story or Comic
Introduction by SFWA Grand Master Nalo Hopkinson
In this graphic-novel adaptation of Octavia E. Butler’s Parable of the Sower by Damian Duffy and John Jennings, the award-winning team behind Kindred: A Graphic Novel Adaptation, the author portrays a searing vision of America’s future. In the year 2024, the country is marred by unattended environmental and economic crises that lead to social chaos. Lauren Olamina, a preacher’s daughter living in Los Angeles, is protected from danger by the walls of her gated community. However, in a night of fire and death, what begins as a fight for survival soon leads to something much more: a startling vision of human destiny . . . and the birth of a new faith.
“Alarmingly prescient and relevant. . . . This accessible adaptation is poised to introduce Butler’s dystopian tale to a new generation of readers.” —Publishers Weekly
“The graphic novel is faithful to Butler, yet still fresh in its world building.” —USA Today
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Discover the power and intensity of Octavia E. Butler's groundbreaking dystopian masterpiece, "Parable of the Sower," now in a visually stunning graphic novel adaptation. Immerse yourself in a world of gripping storytelling and breathtaking illustrations that will captivate both new readers and die-hard fans alike. With its recent recognition as the 2021 Hugo Award Winner for Best Graphic Story or Comic, this is a must-have addition to your book collection.
Featuring an introduction by SFWA Grand Master Nalo Hopkinson, the "Parable of the Sower" graphic novel adaptation brings to life Butler's searing vision of America's future. As the year 2024 unfolds, the nation is plagued by environmental and economic crises, igniting social upheaval. Join Lauren Olamina, a preacher's daughter navigating the treacherous landscape of Los Angeles, as she battles for survival and embarks on an extraordinary journey of self-discovery.
"Alarmingly prescient and relevant," raves Publishers Weekly about this accessible adaptation that introduces Butler's visionary tale to a new generation of readers. Seamlessly blending faith, hope, and the unyielding determination of the human spirit, this graphic novel stays true to Butler's original work while delivering a fresh and immersive world-building experience.
Don't miss your chance to indulge in a spellbinding narrative that unfolds on every page, accompanied by stunning visual artistry that will leave you breathless. Experience the birth of a new faith and immerse yourself in the thought-provoking and timely themes that make "Parable of the Sower: A Graphic Novel Adaptation" a must-read.
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