About this title: An Acknowledged Classic returns gorgeously re-designed. In his first graphic novel, "It's a Good Life, if You Don't Weaken"--a best-selling D & Q titles ever--Seth pays homage to the wit and sophistication of the old-fashioned magazine cartoon. While trying to understand his dissatisfaction with the present, Seth discovers the life and work of Kalo, a forgotten "New Yorker "cartoonist from the 1940s. But his obsession blinds him to the needs of his lover and the quiet desperation of his family. Wry self-reflection and moody colours characterize Seth's style in this tale about learning ...
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Description: NEW. Softcover. From an inventory that is 100% brand-new, 100% direct from the publishers' distribution channel. We carry NO pre-owned, NO remaindered. We pack in CARDBOARD to ensure the pristine quality is maintained. (Bubble-wrap alone is NOT sufficient to protect from USPS equipment. ) Guaranteed brand-NEW, protected with CARDBOARD, your satisfaction is guaranteed. BKLUVID: 9781896597706. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Drawn and Quarterly
Date Published: 2003
ISBN-13:9781896597706ISBN:189659770X
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Description: Very good. No dust jacket as issued. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. Audience: General/trade. Like New Paper Back, minor shelf wear and rubbing to cover, all pages are fine. No tears or scoring, read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Vintage
Date Published: 2007
ISBN-13:9780224079181ISBN:0224079182
Description: Pays homage to the wit and sophistication of a magazine cartoon. The author takes refuge in a quest to uncover the life and work of Kalo, a forgotten New Yorker cartoonist from the 1940s, but his obsession blinds him to his increasingly withdrawn love... read more
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Description: Please note that deliveries to addresses in the UK and Europe will be in 4-14 business days. Other countries should refer to Alibris standard times. In his first graphic novel, It's a Good Life, If You Don't Weaken, Seth pays homage to the wit and sophistication of the magazine cartoon. Disaffected by the crassness of contemporary culture, Seth takes refuge in a quest to uncover the life and work of Kalo, a forgotten New Yorker cartoonist from the 1940s, but his obsession blinds him to his ... read more
Edition: First Printing
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Drawn & Quarterly Publications, Montreal, PQ, Canada
Date Published: 1996
Description: Near Fine. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. Original green wraps, perfectbound without creasing, with orange titling. Illustrated pages unmarked, with barest of shelfwear to corners; only mar: front free endpage (title spread, with black reverse on both sides) detached & tipped in. Graphic Novels. read more
Description: New. PLEASE NOTE: All books are promptly imported from the UK using International Priority Airmail. Delivery is typically 5-10 working days. Please do not select expedited shipping. Heavier and more expensive items have tracking number. Professional and reliable bookseller (est.1987). read more
Description: PLEASE NOTE that we do not offer expedited shipping. Orders placed with the priority shipping option will automatically be canceled. In his first graphic novel, It's a Good Life, If You Don't Weaken, Seth pays homage to the wit and sophistication of the magazine cartoon. Disaffected by the crassness of contemporary culture, Seth takes refuge in a quest to uncover the life and work of Kalo, a forgotten New Yorker cartoonist from the 1940s, but his obsession blinds him to his increasingly ... read more
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