Description
Dive into the wild and mesmerizing world of legendary actors with our captivating graphic novel, which brings to life the tumultuous tales of four iconic hellraisers: Richard Burton, Richard Harris, Peter O'Toole, and Oliver Reed. This unique biography intertwines their incredible journeys through fame, struggles with addiction, and unforgettable mischief, offering readers a thrilling mix of drama and comedy. With 160 pages of masterfully crafted illustrations, this graphic novel transcends traditional biographical storytelling by immersing you in the vivid escapades of these drunkards and their larger-than-life personalities.
The adventure starts in a dimly-lit London pub during an unfortunate Christmas, where we meet Martin, an aspiring hellraiser who finds himself lost in his thoughts while drowning in alcohol. As he encounters these legendary figures, readers are taken on a nostalgic ride through their chaotic childhoods, illustrious careers, and scandalous lifestyles, revealing the darker side of fame and fortune with wit and sharp humor.
Ideal for fans of graphic novels and biographies alike, this book paints a realistic portrait of celebrity life while offering a hilarious commentary on excess and debauchery. Get ready for an unforgettable journey filled with legendary tales and iconic personalities that will leave you pondering the thin line between genius and madness.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW | ISBN: 9781906838362 | Year: 2011 | Publisher: Self Made Hero | Pages: 160.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781906838362
Year: 2011
Publisher: Self Made Hero
Pages: 160
Description:
Raise a glass to the story of four of the greatest actors-and boozers-of all time: Richard Burton, Richard Harris, Peter O'Toole, and Oliver Reed. This inventive graphic work seamlessly weaves their four biographies into one fast-paced adventure of drunken binges, orgies, parties, and fun. The story begins at a London pub one sorry Christmas and is told through the eyes of Martin, a wannabe hellraiser sitting at the end of the bar alone, drinking himself into oblivion. He's joined in turn by Burton, Harris, Reed, and O'Toole, who take Martin on tours of their tumultuous childhoods, rises to stardom, and chaotic personal lives.
Hellraisers:
"A savage sock in the jaw to polite, reverential biographical graphic novels, these hilariously bleak shock tales make the modern-day antics of Lindsay Lohan look like Dr. Seuss." -Publishers Weekly
"In the hands of less talented creators, this book would be a boring mess. But it's the exact opposite." -Boing Boing
The adventure starts in a dimly-lit London pub during an unfortunate Christmas, where we meet Martin, an aspiring hellraiser who finds himself lost in his thoughts while drowning in alcohol. As he encounters these legendary figures, readers are taken on a nostalgic ride through their chaotic childhoods, illustrious careers, and scandalous lifestyles, revealing the darker side of fame and fortune with wit and sharp humor.
Ideal for fans of graphic novels and biographies alike, this book paints a realistic portrait of celebrity life while offering a hilarious commentary on excess and debauchery. Get ready for an unforgettable journey filled with legendary tales and iconic personalities that will leave you pondering the thin line between genius and madness.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW | ISBN: 9781906838362 | Year: 2011 | Publisher: Self Made Hero | Pages: 160.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781906838362
Year: 2011
Publisher: Self Made Hero
Pages: 160
Description:
Raise a glass to the story of four of the greatest actors-and boozers-of all time: Richard Burton, Richard Harris, Peter O'Toole, and Oliver Reed. This inventive graphic work seamlessly weaves their four biographies into one fast-paced adventure of drunken binges, orgies, parties, and fun. The story begins at a London pub one sorry Christmas and is told through the eyes of Martin, a wannabe hellraiser sitting at the end of the bar alone, drinking himself into oblivion. He's joined in turn by Burton, Harris, Reed, and O'Toole, who take Martin on tours of their tumultuous childhoods, rises to stardom, and chaotic personal lives.
Hellraisers:
"A savage sock in the jaw to polite, reverential biographical graphic novels, these hilariously bleak shock tales make the modern-day antics of Lindsay Lohan look like Dr. Seuss." -Publishers Weekly
"In the hands of less talented creators, this book would be a boring mess. But it's the exact opposite." -Boing Boing