
Alan Moore
by Professor Jackson (Texas A&M University Ayres
Title:
Alan Moore
Author:
Professor Jackson (Texas A&M University Ayres
Series (if any):
Bloomsbury Comics Studies
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
256 pages, 4 bw illus
Publisher:
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
ISBN-13:
9781350060463
EAN:
9781350060463
Publication Date:
22/04/2021
Classifications:
Literature: history and criticism
Weight (g):
456
Dimensions (mm):
137 x 217 x 16
Publication Country:
United Kingdom
Language:
English
Condition:
New
Description
A complete guide to the comics work of the writer Alan Moore, this book helps readers explore one of the genre’s most important, compelling and subversive writers. In an accessible and easy-to-navigate format, the book covers:· Moore’s comics career – from his early work in 2000AD to his breakthrough graphic novels and his later battles with the industry· Moore’s major works – including Watchmen, V for Vendetta, Saga of the Swamp Thing and Promethea· Key themes and contexts – from Moore’s subversion of the superhero genre and metafictional techniques to his creative collaborations and battles with the industry for creator control· Critical approaches to Moore’s workThe book includes a bibliography of critical work on Moore and discussion questions for classroom use.












