{"product_id":"9788418309199","title":"UNA HISTORIA FALSA","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA FAKE STORY\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Fake Story\u003c\/em\u003e explores the boundaries between reality and fiction through a crime that occurred during Orson Welles's famous 1938 radio broadcast of \u003cem\u003eThe War of the Worlds\u003c\/em\u003e. Former reporter Douglas Burroughs investigates a murder that coincides with the mass panic sparked by the broadcast, set against a backdrop of racism, media fascination, and gun violence. This graphic novel offers a reflection on media manipulation and the power of the press, combining police intrigue with social criticism in interwar America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn October 30, 1938, the broadcast of \u003cem\u003eThe War of the Worlds\u003c\/em\u003e on CBS unleashes panic across the country. The following day, headlines scream: \"A fake war terrifies the whole country.\" However, a real crime occurs that same night. Douglas Burroughs, a former star reporter for CBS, embarks on an investigation to solve the murder, which he plans to turn into a book. The plot unfolds in an America marked by racism, a fascination with the media, and a growing gun culture. Through unexpected twists, the work questions the nature of truth and falsehood in both information and justice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe line between reality and fiction in the media.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe power of radio and disinformation as drivers of social panic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRacism and racial tensions in interwar American society.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eGun culture and violence as everyday elements of the era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePolice investigation and the construction of truth through journalistic storytelling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work is aimed at readers interested in graphic novels that combine history, social criticism, and police thrillers. It is ideal for those who appreciate narratives that explore the impact of the media on the perception of reality, as well as fans of crime fiction and the interwar period in the United States. It will also appeal to followers of authors who work with historical memory and reflection on the truth in communication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn original perspective on a well-known historical event, linking it to a fictional crime that invites reflection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA suspenseful plot that maintains interest throughout its pages, with twists that defy the reader's expectations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA subtle analysis of how the media can distort reality and cause unforeseen consequences.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn immersion into the social and political context of 1930s America, with special attention to racism and violence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA high-quality visual and narrative experience, characteristic of the Ponent Mon publishing label.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Galandon, Laurent; Pendanx, Jean-Denis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Ponent Mon Comics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTopic: Graphic novels, literary graphic novels and memoirs, media and information industries, comics and graphic novels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: Ponent Mon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: September 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 96\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 750 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Fake Story\u003c\/em\u003e stands out for its ability to intertwine an iconic historical event with a fictional police plot, offering a read that goes beyond mere entertainment. The work invites reflection on the veracity of information and the role of the media in constructing reality—themes of great current relevance. Its focus on the racism and gun violence of the era adds layers of depth to a story that, despite its brevity (96 pages), achieves a significant impact. Recommended for those seeking graphic novels with historical substance and social criticism.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PONENT MON COMICS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405695902043,"sku":"9788418309199","price":22.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841830919.jpg?v=1781830236","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788418309199","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}