Life of Che: An Impressionistic Biography [Hardcover]

Published in 1969, this Argentine graphic biography about Ernesto Che Guevara was an instant bestseller. Banned by a military dictatorship, and almost lost, it has never been available in English  until now. A 50-year-old graphic biography of Che Guevara that still feels fresh. A mesmerizing historical comic with a storied past. Breccias intense chiaroscuro and use of collage conjure a gritty and visceral setting that amplifies Guevaras exploits, with occasional, effectively jarring ink-splatterings of blood Breccias panels are revolutionary in their combination of precision and expressionistic energy. The art is moody and dark and sets the perfect tone for the story. ... The book is a must-read not only for fans of Che's movement and message, but for anyone looking to see how a great story is told. The art is hauntingly beautiful. The story of this book is almost as extraordinary as the story of Che Guevaras life. A very welcome expansion on the events surrounding Guevara's life, the broader politics in Argentina and beyond.