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Discover the profound graphic memoir 'Nicolas' by Pascal Girard, a compelling exploration of grief, loss, and the journey of understanding. This brand new book (ISBN: 9781770462625) invites readers into the heartache experienced by Girard after the premature death of his five-year-old brother. In just 112 pages, Girard artfully navigates his childhood memories and emotional turmoil, revealing the universal struggle with the question: 'Why?' Through poignant illustrations and minimalist storytelling, 'Nicolas' intimately depicts the complexities of mourning—intertwining humor with deep pathos. This edition also includes new comics and a reflective introduction, adding layers to Girard's poignant narrative. Ideal for those interested in graphic novels, memoirs on loss, and stories that resonate with human experience, 'Nicolas' serves as a heartfelt reminder of the enduring impact of grief. Perfect for readers seeking a thoughtful book on childhood loss and emotional recovery, 'Nicolas' is both a personal journey and a universal tale. Enjoy free shipping on this heartfelt graphic novel, with delivery expected within 6 weeks. Once your order is placed, please note that it cannot be cancelled. Whether for personal reflection or as a meaningful gift, 'Nicolas' is a must-have addition to your collection of impactful literature.
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: 9781770462625
Year: 2016
Publisher: St Martins Press
Pages: 112
Description:
Burdened with grief, confusion, and anger, Pascal Girard explores the childhood passing of his five-year-old brother. Girard delves into the emotional repercussions of this life-changing trauma, from his memories as a nine-year-old struggling to understand up until the present day, twenty-five years after the shattering loss. At the heart of Nicolas lies the question shared by most undergoing bereavement: Why? This confusion multiplies for a young boy with few answers to his questions, lacking even a basic explanation of the cause of his brother's departure. As sorrow and guilt are muffled by time and the flurry of even the most typical childhood and adolescence, this is a story of grief not grieved, and a glimpse into the ongoing process of reckoning. Pascal struggles to reconcile the magnitude of this tragedy with the minutiae of his daily experience of loss. Nicolas is a delicate, minimalist portrait of the many faces of mourning, identified with surprising humor and pathos by an artist who knows them intimately.
Originally published in a micro-run ten years ago, Girard creates new comics and an introduction that contemplate the larger effect of Nicolas's death on his current behaviors and habits. With masterful visual restraint, Girard pens a work of great honesty and integrity: Nicolas resonates long after the book is closed, the weight of the story echoing closely the heft of the personal loss.
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: 9781770462625
Year: 2016
Publisher: St Martins Press
Pages: 112
Description:
Burdened with grief, confusion, and anger, Pascal Girard explores the childhood passing of his five-year-old brother. Girard delves into the emotional repercussions of this life-changing trauma, from his memories as a nine-year-old struggling to understand up until the present day, twenty-five years after the shattering loss. At the heart of Nicolas lies the question shared by most undergoing bereavement: Why? This confusion multiplies for a young boy with few answers to his questions, lacking even a basic explanation of the cause of his brother's departure. As sorrow and guilt are muffled by time and the flurry of even the most typical childhood and adolescence, this is a story of grief not grieved, and a glimpse into the ongoing process of reckoning. Pascal struggles to reconcile the magnitude of this tragedy with the minutiae of his daily experience of loss. Nicolas is a delicate, minimalist portrait of the many faces of mourning, identified with surprising humor and pathos by an artist who knows them intimately.
Originally published in a micro-run ten years ago, Girard creates new comics and an introduction that contemplate the larger effect of Nicolas's death on his current behaviors and habits. With masterful visual restraint, Girard pens a work of great honesty and integrity: Nicolas resonates long after the book is closed, the weight of the story echoing closely the heft of the personal loss.