Pulpy action, enigmatic heroine, vibrant watercolors.
If you're into graphic novels with a noir twist and a penchant for the surreal, "Violenzia and Other Deadly Amusements" could be your next favorite read. The book combines a sense of golden age comics with a modern, darkly comedic edge that Richard Sala fans adore. Think of it as a visual feast for the eyes and a roller coaster for the mind, where every page promises a new thrill.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
ISBN: 9781606998854
Authors:
Richard Sala
Publisher: Fantagraphics Books
Date of Publication: 2015-12-02
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.52
(rated by 190 readers)
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Pulpy action, enigmatic heroine, vibrant watercolors.
If you're into graphic novels with a noir twist and a penchant for the surreal, "Violenzia and Other Deadly Amusements" could be your next favorite read. The book combines a sense of golden age comics with a modern, darkly comedic edge that Richard Sala fans adore. Think of it as a visual feast for the eyes and a roller coaster for the mind, where every page promises a new thrill.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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