Description
LAKOTA
Book Summary
Before the international fame brought to him by the celebrated Druuna, Paolo Eleuteri Serpieri was already demonstrating his mastery of comics with highly solid short stories. *Lakota* collects some of his best tales set in the Far West, a setting that the Venetian author deeply admires. In this work, the reader will discover material of high graphic and narrative quality, previously little known in Spain, which combines exquisite drawing with mature and evocative plots.
What is it about?
This volume gathers several short stories by Serpieri, all framed within the context of the Far West. Through its pages, the author explores life on the frontier, the conflict between cultures, and the harshness of a wild territory. Far from being a simple action western, *Lakota* offers stories of great plot depth, where detailed drawing and visual narrative take on an absolute leading role. It is a unique opportunity to discover the lesser-known work of a master of Italian comics, whose stories had remained unpublished in our country until the release of this collection.
Main themes
- The Far West and life on the American frontier.
- The conflict and encounter between settlers and Native Americans.
- Survival and the harshness of a hostile environment.
- Mature narrative and the moral complexity of its characters.
- The mastery of realistic drawing and visual storytelling in comics.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at adult readers passionate about auteur comics, especially those interested in the western and the work of great European illustrators. It will also be of great interest to fans of Paolo Eleuteri Serpieri who wish to discover a lesser-known facet of his career, beyond his most iconic character. It is an essential read for those who value graphic quality and solid plots, far from the conventions of the genre.
What this book offers
- Access to a selection of stories previously unpublished in Spain by one of the great masters of Italian comics.
- A showcase of Serpieri's graphic mastery in a genre different from the one that brought him worldwide fame.
- Mature and well-constructed stories that transcend the typical action western.
- A hardcover edition that enhances the value of the work as a collector's item.
- The opportunity to explore Far West narrative from an artistic and European perspective.
Technical specifications
- Author: SERPIERI, ELEUTERI
- Publisher: PONENT MON LTD
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: GRAPHIC NOVELS, GRAPHIC NOVELS: LITERARY AND MEMOIRS, COMICS AND GRAPHIC NOVELS
- Collection: WESTERN
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publication date: February 2018
- Number of pages: 120
- Weight: 815 g
Editorial review
*Lakota* represents a valuable recovery of Paolo Eleuteri Serpieri's early work, offering readers a different perspective on his talent. The quality of the drawing and the solidity of the scripts confirm that his reputation goes beyond the creation of Druuna. For fans of auteur comics and westerns, this hardcover edition is a notable addition to any library, both for its content and its presentation.