Not a fan of graphic novels, comics or manga but came to Asterios Polyp through a review in the NY Times that made it sound interesting enough to send off for immediately. First impression is the book itself: the design and feel of it are so pleasing; I read it quickly - not much more than an hour and was entranced by the art, the characters and characterization; finished it way too quickly. Set it aside; thought about it all day, took it to bed and began a slow and deliberate re-read, planning to savor every page and idea. I did that and have done it again since. It's a book that rewards many returns because there is always something new waiting to be discovered. And quite frankly, the guy is a genius. It's one of the great American novels: true, honest, funny, tragic and so illuminating it's dazzling. Unfortunately I am unable to lend it to even the closest and most trusted of my book friends; I just don't trust them to give it back.Get more detail about Asterios Polyp.
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