Graphic Classics: H. G. Wells (2nd Edition) (Graphic Classics (Eureka))
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| Rating | : | 4.34 (674 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0974664839 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 144 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-10-08 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Comeau, The Tomb of Dark Delights. a pictorial feast of interpretation also a superb introduction to young people of the magic of Wells’s stories. -- John S. Partington, The WellsianWonders abound in this volume --J.L
John said A new way to access classic lit.. Being a big fan of classic and horror literature I happened across these books quite by accident . I was immediatley struck by the talent of the artists across the board ranging from the comedic interpretations to the serious. These graphic novels are a wonderful way to access Well's work whether you are a novice or devoted follower. But be warned they are addictive and you will want to colleect the whole series .. Zack Davisson said The Invisible Man and The War of the Worlds. H.G. Wells wrote some amazing stories. There are so many classic tales it is easy to forget that they all come from the same talented man. Of course, he is one of the founders of Science Fiction, single-handily creating many of the sub-genres that can be found within its boarders. The alien invasion, the insane scientist who falls victim to his own experiment, the vision of a dark apocalyptic future, they all come springing from Wells's brain.Graphics Classics has again taken these fantastic tales and mixed them with talented illustrator. J. Chapman said Review of "The Star" in the Graphic Classics H.G. Wells Collection. The Star by H.G. Wells; illustrated by Brad Teare. In Graphic Classics, H.G. Wells, Vol. III.The Star is interesting because it deals with man's survival in the face of certain death. The graphic novel paints two pictures: one, the decline of humanity; and two, the overall impact of the "star" on the earth.--- The review above was submitted by a student in my class. (J.C.) ---The use of graphic novels and stories in my classroom has been inspiring to my students. Sometimes, students need the visual aids to process the vocabulary used in
Plus returning stories adapted by Dan O'Neill, Skip Williamson, Milton Knight, Brad Teare and Nick Miller, including the story of Orson Welles' 1938 radio broadcast of "The War of the Worlds".. Graphic Classics: H.G. Wells is a completely revised second edition of the third volume in the Graphic Classics series. It features three new comics adaptations: "The Time Machine" by Antonella Caputo and Seth Frail, "The Invisible Man" by Rod Lott and Simon Gane, and "The Inexperienced Ghost" by Tom Pomplun and Rich Tommaso