The Loneliness Of The Long Distance Cartoonist

Author : Adrian Tomine
Publisher : Drawn & Quarterly
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2022-05-20
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 9781770465992

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The Loneliness of the Long-Distance Cartoonist by Adrian Tomine Pdf

What happens when a childhood hobby grows into a lifelong career? The Loneliness of the Long-Distance Cartoonist, Adrian Tomine's funniest and most revealing foray into autobiography, offers an array of unexpected answers. When a sudden medical incident lands Tomine in the emergency room, he begins to question if it was really all worthwhile: despite the accolades and opportunities of a seemingly charmed career, it's the gaffes, humiliations, slights, and insults he's experienced (or caused) within the industry that loom largest in his memory. Tomine illustrates the amusing absurdities of how we choose to spend our time, all the while mining his conflicted relationship with comics and comics culture. But in between chaotic book tours, disastrous interviews, and cringe-inducing interactions with other artists, life happens: Tomine fumbles his way into marriage, parenthood, and an indisputably fulfilling existence. A richer emotional story emerges as his memories are delineated in excruciatingly hilarious detail. In a bold stylistic departure from his award-winning Killing and Dying, Tomine distills his art to the loose, lively essentials of cartooning, each pen stroke economically imbued with human depth. Designed as a sketchbook complete with place-holder ribbon and an elastic band, The Loneliness of the Long-Distance Cartoonist shows an acclaimed artist at the peak of his career.

Author : Alan Sillitoe
Publisher : Vintage
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2010-03-02
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780307389640

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The Loneliness of the Long-Distance Runner by Alan Sillitoe Pdf

Perhaps one of the most revered works of fiction in the twentieth-century, The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner is a modern classic about integrity, courage, and bucking the system. Its title story recounts the story of a reform school cross-country runner who seizes the perfect opportunity to defy the authority that governs his life. It is a pure masterpiece. From there the collection expands even further from the touching “On Saturday Afternoon” to the rollicking “The Decline and Fall and Frankie Buller.” Beloved for its lean prose, unforgettable protagonists, and real-life wisdom, The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner captured the voice of a generation, and its poignant and empowering life lessons will continue to captivate and entertain readers for generations to come.

Author : Adrian Tomine
Publisher : Drawn & Quarterly
Page : 111 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2021-05-04
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 9781770464285

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Shortcomings by Adrian Tomine Pdf

From the pre-eminent cartoonist of his generation, the most anticipated graphic novel of 2007 Shortcomings, Adrian Tomine's first long-form graphic novel, is the story of Ben Tanaka, a confused, obsessive, Japanese-American male in his late-twenties, and his cross-country search for contentment (or at least the perfect girl). Along the way, Tomine tackles modern culture, sexual mores, and racial politics with brutal honesty and lacerating, irreverent humor, while deftly bringing to life a cast of painfully real anti-hero characters. A frequent contributor to The New Yorker, Tomine has acquired a cult-like fan following and has earned a status as one of the most widely-acclaimed cartoonists of our time. Shortcomings was serialized in Tomine's iconic comic book series Optic Nerve and was excerpted in McSweeney's Quarterly Concern #13.

Author : Adrian Tomine
Publisher : Drawn & Quarterly
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2022-06-27
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 9781770466012

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Summer Blonde by Adrian Tomine Pdf

Adrian Tomine's cult comix series Optic Nerve is finally collected into one sharp-looking hardcover graphic novel. Described as the Raymond Carver of comix, Tomine constructs tales of emotional disconnection with an ear for painfully real dialogue. Combined with his deft black and white depictions of urbane lifestyles, Tomine's fans have often accused him of eavesdropping in on their most intimate moments and, with forensic skill, laying their lives bare. The conflicts between emotional gratification, narcissistic neediness and moral discernment mark the title story - "Summer Blonde" - in which a socially crippled man nurses an obsessive crush on a young woman. He watches close up, paralyzed by his guilt, as her beauty catches the eye of his neighbor: a hip, selfish young man with a short attention span. One of Optic Nerve's most popular stories, `Hawaiian Getaway,` features Hilary, telephone service rep who is having the worst week of her life. She lost her job, her apartment, and her grandmother. Close to the edge, she is losing her grip. Reaching out to random strangers on the phone, Hilary is looking for someone to help her. In "Alter Ego" a successful young author has writer`s block. He can`t, or won`t, decide between another ghostwriting gig and finishing his second ‘real' novel. He stalls on committing to his novel and his girlfriend when a chance postcard leads him to flirt with fantasies of changing the past. Finally, "Bomb Scare" documents the early unease of his generation by setting this coming-of-age story during the tense months of the Gulf War, the event that ushered in the 1990s.

Author : Adrian Tomine
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2015-11-05
Category : New York (N.Y.)
ISBN : 0571326919

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New York Drawings by Adrian Tomine Pdf

New York Drawings by Adrian Tomine features classic illustrations from The New Yorker cover artist ('one of the most masterful cartoonists of his generation' - Village Voice).

Author : Adrian Tomine
Publisher : Drawn & Quarterly
Page : 127 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2021-05-04
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 9781770464292

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Killing and Dying by Adrian Tomine Pdf

Killing and Dying is a stunning showcase of the possibilities of the graphic novel medium and a wry exploration of loss, creative ambition, identity, and family dynamics. With this work, Adrian Tomine (Shortcomings, Scenes from an Impending Marriage) reaffirms his place not only as one of the most significant creators of contemporary comics but as one of the great voices of modern American literature. His gift for capturing emotion and intellect resonates here: the weight of love and its absence, the pride and disappointment of family, the anxiety and hopefulness of being alive in the twenty-first century. "Amber Sweet" shows the disastrous impact of mistaken identity in a hyper-connected world; "A Brief History of the Art Form Known as Hortisculpture" details the invention and destruction of a vital new art form in short comic strips; "Translated, from the Japanese" is a lush, full-color display of storytelling through still images; the title story, "Killing and Dying", centers on parenthood, mortality, and stand-up comedy. In six interconnected, darkly funny stories, Tomine forms a quietly moving portrait of contemporary life. Tomine is a master of the small gesture, equally deft at signaling emotion via a subtle change of expression or writ large across landscapes illustrated in full color. Killing and Dying is a fraught, realist masterpiece.

Author : Adrian Tomine
Publisher : Drawn and Quarterly
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2009-05-12
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 9781897299760

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32 Stories by Adrian Tomine Pdf

Presents thirty-two stories that deal with a variety of characters, including a shy novelist who seeks out the girl he was obsessed with in high school, a lonely woman who loses her job, and high school outcasts.

Author : Jan Baetens,Hugo Frey,Fabrice Leroy
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 329 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2023-08-31
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781009379342

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The Cambridge Companion to the American Graphic Novel by Jan Baetens,Hugo Frey,Fabrice Leroy Pdf

This book explores the important role of the graphic novel in reflecting American society and in the shaping of the American imagination. It guides readers through the theoretical text-image scholarship to explain the meaning of the complex borderlines between graphic novels, comics, newspaper strips, caricature, literature, and art.

Author : The Charles M. Schulz Museum,Benjamin L. Clark,Nat Gertler
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2022-11
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781681888606

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Charles M. Schulz by The Charles M. Schulz Museum,Benjamin L. Clark,Nat Gertler Pdf

In 100 iconic objects and artifacts, Charles M. Schulz explores and explains the life and times of the creator of Peanuts, America’s most beloved comic strip series. Charles M. Schulz: The Life and Art of the Creator of Peanuts in 100 Objects explores the man behind one of America’s most iconic comic strips and its beloved cast of characters—Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the rest of the Peanuts Gang. Through 100 preserved and cataloged artifacts, delve into Charles M. Schulz’s Minnesota youth in 1920s America, Schulz’s WWII Army service, and Schulz’s path to fame through his post-war comic series Li’l Folks and five decades of Peanuts. From Schulz’s first published drawing featured in Ripley’s Believe It or Not! to his 2001 Congressional Gold Medal, the 100 artifacts bring the details of the singular artist to life. Along with provocative, witty, and wise quotes, fan-favorite strips, and more, this book is a must-have for any Peanuts fan. 100 OBJECTS: Carefully curated artifacts from Charles M. Schulz’s home and studio—including medals and awards, family photos, rare comic art, and more—tell the story of this beloved artist’s life, career, and the times in which he lived. EXPLORE AMERICANA: From his youth in 1920’s Minnesota through the turbulent 60s and beyond, Charles Schulz’s life spans the rich history of the American Century. CLASSIC STRIPS: Includes timeless Peanuts comic strips featuring Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the whole Peanuts Gang. FASCINATING FACTS: Fans of Peanuts will find never-before-seen items that give them an intimate look at the creation of the acclaimed comic strip series. OFFICIAL ACCOUNT: Created in collaboration with the Charles M. Schulz estate, the book provides an exclusive look into the life of one of America’s most revered artists.

Author : Maaheen Ahmed
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 411 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2023-08-31
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781009255684

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The Cambridge Companion to Comics by Maaheen Ahmed Pdf

Interweaving history and theory, this book unpacks the complexity of comics, covering formal, critical and institutional dimensions.

Author : Judy McGregor
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Journalism
ISBN : UVA:X006056332

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Dangerous Democracy by Judy McGregor Pdf

The centrality of the news media to contemporary politics demands that performance of political journalism in New Zealand is scrutinized and its function vigorously debated.

Author : Adrian Tomine
Publisher : Drawn and Quarterly
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2009-04-28
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 1897299753

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Shortcomings by Adrian Tomine Pdf

Now a major motion picture directed by Randall Park Adrian Tomine’s beloved New York Times Notable book was adapted into a major motion picture. With the screenplay written by the cartoonist, Shortcomings debuted at Sundance and appeared at the Tribeca Festival, both to great acclaim. Ben Tanaka has problems. In addition to being rampantly critical, sarcastic, and insensitive, his long–term relationship is awash in turmoil. His girlfriend, Miko Hayashi, suspects that Ben has a wandering eye, and more to the point, it’s wandering in the direction of white women. This accusation (and its various implications) becomes the subject of heated, spiralling debate, setting in motion a story that pits California against New York, devotion against desire, and trust against truth.

Author : Adrian Tomine
Publisher : Drawn and Quarterly
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2004-06
Category : Art
ISBN : UOM:39015061176213

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Scrapbook by Adrian Tomine Pdf

'Scrapbook' presents a comprehensive collection of the work of Adrian Tomine, ranging from the strips originally published in Tower Records' 'Pulse' magazine to his illustration and design work.

Author : Adrian Tomine
Publisher : Drawn and Quarterly
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2018-02-06
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 1770463097

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Killing and Dying by Adrian Tomine Pdf

"[Adrian Tomine] has more ideas in twenty panels than novelists have in a lifetime.” —Zadie Smith After enjoying over six months on the New York Times Bestseller list and receiving a rave review from the same institution, acclaimed cartoonist Adrian Tomine’s Killing and Dying is now available in paperback, with an updated cover and French flaps. With this work, Tomine (Shortcomings, Scenes from an Impending Marriage) reaffirms his place not only as one of the most significant creators of contemporary comics, but as one of the great voices of modern American literature. His gift for capturing emotion and intellect resonates: the weight of love and its absence, the pride and disappointment of family, the anxiety and hopefulness of being alive in the twenty-first century. “Amber Sweet” shows the disastrous impact of mistaken identity in a hyper-connected world; “A Brief History of the Art Form Known as Hortisculpture” details the invention and destruction of a vital new art form; “Translated, from the Japanese,” is a lush, full-color display of storytelling through still images; the title story, "Killing and Dying," centers on parenthood, mortality, and stand-up comedy. In six interconnected, darkly funny stories, Tomine forms a quietly moving portrait of contemporary life. Adrian Tomine is a master of the small gesture, equally deft at signaling emotion via a subtle change of expression or writ large across landscapes illustrated in full color. Killing and Dying is a fraught, realist masterpiece.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 1983
Category : Caricatures and cartoons
ISBN : UCSD:31822022060750

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Cartoonist Profiles by Anonim Pdf