- Library Binding: 96 pages
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1435288327
- ISBN-13: 978-1435288324
- Product Dimensions: 21.3 x 14.7 x 1.3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
You might descirbe this as a 'new wave comic', which is to say that it is self-referential and made up of a story told through various comic (and non-comic) media i.e. drawings,photos, mock cartoon strips. Although it feel very hand-made, there is a strong narrative - Mr Campbell disappears and his family reflect upon whether or not he is actually OK, recalling instances of his very eccentric (but very funny) behaviour.
There are non-linear moments too - the little character of 'Angry Chef' that appears every now and again is brillaint - deserving of her own
strip.
The whole thing is a sort of literary experience more than anything else.
If you only know Campbell from his work on 'From Hell' then you owe it to yourself to see what else he gets up to.
There are non-linear moments too - the little character of 'Angry Chef' that appears every now and again is brillaint - deserving of her own
strip.
The whole thing is a sort of literary experience more than anything else.
If you only know Campbell from his work on 'From Hell' then you owe it to yourself to see what else he gets up to.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
It's a keeper!
24 May 2006
Format:Paperback
Eddie Campbell has been producing graphic novels for 25 years--for adults. At first glance, you see a wide variety of art styles used to tell a story.
In The Fate of the Artist, the author conducts an investigation into his own sudden disappearance. He puts words in the mouth of friends and even his dog, using photos, comics, illustrations and yellowed newspaper comics.
Quirky. Very quirky, but very interesting format and diverse styles that appealed to the closet artist in me.
I was laughing out loud on page 1, giggled through most of the book because of the fun uses of unique ways to fill a page with everything needed to tell a darn good story--including typeface oddities, cartoon characters, etc.
For example: The artist disappeared and left a drawing--not a note. The investigating detective said, "Not much of a drawing if he makes his living as an artist," to which the reply, "What are you? A detective or a critic?"
Another place one character said: I found myself stepping backward down the ladder of opportunity.
This is a book I'll carry with me for when I am waiting, and especially when I need a good laugh and something to think about other than "why am I waiting here?"
Armchair Interviews says: The Fate of the Artist feels like a keeper, like something one would collect for its humor, message, beauty and uniqueness--so don't ask to borrow it. Adult fun without adult responsibilities.
In The Fate of the Artist, the author conducts an investigation into his own sudden disappearance. He puts words in the mouth of friends and even his dog, using photos, comics, illustrations and yellowed newspaper comics.
Quirky. Very quirky, but very interesting format and diverse styles that appealed to the closet artist in me.
I was laughing out loud on page 1, giggled through most of the book because of the fun uses of unique ways to fill a page with everything needed to tell a darn good story--including typeface oddities, cartoon characters, etc.
For example: The artist disappeared and left a drawing--not a note. The investigating detective said, "Not much of a drawing if he makes his living as an artist," to which the reply, "What are you? A detective or a critic?"
Another place one character said: I found myself stepping backward down the ladder of opportunity.
This is a book I'll carry with me for when I am waiting, and especially when I need a good laugh and something to think about other than "why am I waiting here?"
Armchair Interviews says: The Fate of the Artist feels like a keeper, like something one would collect for its humor, message, beauty and uniqueness--so don't ask to borrow it. Adult fun without adult responsibilities.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
The Smartest Man in Comics
18 May 2007
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
A pleasure to read. This book is a very clever and very funny piece of autobiography and formal (as in "form over function" not "fancy") experimentation.
I was dubious about Campbell going color, especially since he seems to favor a washed-out "dirty paintbox" palette. The excerpts I saw on the web were underwhelming, but it looks great on the page.
I was dubious about Campbell going color, especially since he seems to favor a washed-out "dirty paintbox" palette. The excerpts I saw on the web were underwhelming, but it looks great on the page.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Another brilliant, idiosyncratic work by Eddie Campbell
18 Feb 2012
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The Fate Of The Artist"
Written & Illustrated by Eddie Campbell
(First Second, 2006)
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This is another brilliant, idiosyncratic work by Eddie Campbell, the genre-busting Scottish/Australian cartoonist responsible for such works as "Alec," "Bacchus" and "From Hell." In this sweet, short volume, Campbell creates a made-up mystery about his own disappearance, which intertwines with cockeyed reflections on art, myth and creativity. He explores the autodidactic intellectualism that fueled earlier works, and brings in a more overtly autobiographical element - as always, Campbell comes off as the sort of guy you'd like to hang out with at the pub: he talks your ear off, but always has something interesting to say. Recommended! (DJ Joe Sixpack, ReadThatAgain book reviews)
The Fate Of The Artist"
Written & Illustrated by Eddie Campbell
(First Second, 2006)
-----------------------------------------------------
This is another brilliant, idiosyncratic work by Eddie Campbell, the genre-busting Scottish/Australian cartoonist responsible for such works as "Alec," "Bacchus" and "From Hell." In this sweet, short volume, Campbell creates a made-up mystery about his own disappearance, which intertwines with cockeyed reflections on art, myth and creativity. He explores the autodidactic intellectualism that fueled earlier works, and brings in a more overtly autobiographical element - as always, Campbell comes off as the sort of guy you'd like to hang out with at the pub: he talks your ear off, but always has something interesting to say. Recommended! (DJ Joe Sixpack, ReadThatAgain book reviews)
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