King: The Complete Edition: A Comics Biography of Martin Luther King, Jr. [Paperback]

A landmark graphic novel about the civil rights leader, complete in one volume. Any reader who is a fan of comic book biographies or historical comix will find that the Starred Review. Over 10 years in the making, weight and depth of a lifetime of research.... In the simplest scenes of King and his colleagues in discussionin a car, a bar or a living roomAnderson brings readers into the space and makes history palpable. Through a varied graphic Anderson's not interested in straight representation; he's using the materials of history as a springboard for his remarkable, impressionistic artwork, and figures out ways to keep even the slow parts visually engaging. The artwork is a visual feast, mixing realistic drawings with expressionistic paintings and photo-collage. Although primarily black and white throughout, a few dashes of color explode on pages that focus on particularly emotional times. With its complex, compelling storytelling and vivid illustrations, Rare and vital...adds a significant contribution to the depth of artistry and subject matter in the world of graphic literature.