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Living & Dying in America: A Daily Chronicle 2020-2022

Name: Living & Dying in America: A Daily Chronicle 2020-2022
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Book Synopsis: Every day, late at night or early in the morning, from March 26, 2020 to January 1, 2022, the political cartoonist and illustrator Steve Brodner would get to work. In those midnight hours, he would review the day’s reportage, sit down at his drawing board, and memorialize a singular person or event that played a role, willingly or unwillingly, in shaping that day.

The Washington Post, Best Graphic Novels of 2022

Living & Dying in America includes many lovingly drawn portraits of those who died in the pandemic and of those who displayed extraordinary strength, decency, courage, and endurance. But Brodner does not ignore those who perpetuated the pandemic in word or deed: he also etches in acid caricature those public servants and private entrepreneurs who preyed upon the public, spread lies, and aided the virus’ spread through their ignorance, incompetence, and malfeasance. Released via Brodner’s daily column in The Nation, the drawings range from quick, expertly realized sketches to elaborate paintings to carefully rendered mixed media, depending on how much time and stamina and inspiration he had left at the end of the day. Each spontaneously drawn or painted image is accompanied by a brief biography of those who died, or a short summary of the person’s conduct or the event depicted.

Taken as a whole, Living & Dying in America is a chronicle of those who died and those who honorably served the living — as well as an indictment of those institutions and political figures who betrayed the public trust. It is a searing and essential moral document, written and drawn on a daily basis with feverish intensity by one of the great forces of American cartooning. Full-color illustrations throughout.

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Immerse yourself in the powerful and thought-provoking pages of Living & Dying in America: A Daily Chronicle 2020-2022. This groundbreaking book by the talented political cartoonist and illustrator Steve Brodner captures the spirit of the tumultuous times we've recently lived through. From March 26, 2020 to January 1, 2022, Brodner diligently documented the significant people and events that shaped our world.

The Washington Post hailed Living & Dying in America as one of the Best Graphic Novels of 2022, a testament to the brilliance and impact of Brodner's work. Through his lovingly drawn portraits, Brodner pays tribute to those who tragically lost their lives during the pandemic, as well as those who demonstrated courage, strength, and resilience in the face of adversity.

Brodner doesn't shy away from confronting the individuals and institutions that contributed to the spread of the pandemic. Using his acid caricature style, he unveils the truth of public servants and private entrepreneurs who exploited the situation, disseminated falsehoods, and fostered the virus's expansion through their negligence and misconduct.

Living & Dying in America was initially released through Brodner's revered daily column in The Nation, where he poured his heart and soul into each drawing. Witness his creative process at its rawest as you explore a stunning range of sketches, paintings, and mixed media illustrations. This extraordinary collection is accompanied by concise biographies of the deceased and summaries of events, providing historical context for each image.

Embark on a journey through time and bear witness to the profound stories of those who perished and those who nobly served the living. Additionally, this powerful book serves as an indictment of the institutions and political figures who betrayed the trust of the people. It stands as a moral document reflecting the tireless dedication of one of America's artistic powerhouses.

Living & Dying in America delivers a visual feast of full-color illustrations, captivating both the eye and the soul. Don't miss this opportunity to own a piece of history. Grab your copy today and delve into the depth of emotions held within its pages.

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