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Copper

by Kazu Kibuishi
96p. 978-0-54509-892-2.
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Gr 4-Up This collection of comic shorts details the wildly imaginative adventures of a boy and his talking dog, Fred. Most of the stories take up a page or two; others are a bit longer. The variety of full-color cartoons makes the book interesting to go through. Readers never know what type of comic format to expect on the next page but will be assured that it is another fun adventure. In a 12-page concluding section, the artist shows how he creates a "Copper" comic. The stories are humorous, and sometimes deeply philosophical, making them appeal to a wide audience."Nancy D. Tolson, Mitchell College, New London, CT" Copyright 2010 Media Source Inc.
This collection of one-page comics interspersed with longer ones features an imaginative boy named Copper and his dog Fred. The pair's adventures, real and make-believe, are always humorous thanks in part to the comments of the very pessimistic Fred. A final section explaining the steps involved in making Copper will interest fans and aspiring comic writers and artists.
A deceptively sophisticated collection of short vignettes. Understated, almost melancholy humor. Original writing combined with striking art. The characters’ friendship is reminiscent of Calvin and Hobbes.

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