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About This Book
ISBN13: 9781563890116 |
Powells.com Staff Pick
The pinnacle of pop comix storytelling. These beautifully written stories, astonishing in their scope and emotional depth, revolutionized the comics industry. Together the initial ten volumes of Gaiman's epic comprise one of the greatest narratives in any medium. The basic storyline involves Morpheus, the Lord of Dreams, who returns to his deteriorated realm after a long imprisonment on Earth. I've read each of the ten volumes at least twice, and several of them more than that; these are epic tales that pay fresh dividends with each revisit. Containing gorgeous artwork by such talents as Dave McKean, Michael Zulli, Jill Thompson, and P. Craig Russell, The Sandman is an achievement unmatched in comix — or any medium. Recommended by Bolton, Powells.com
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Morpheus, the King of Dreams, has been held prisoner for 75 years by a wealthy madman. The world has suffered in his absence. Regaining his freedom, Morpheus must restore his deteriorated realm, The Dreaming, and recover his power, much of which resides in three stolen tools: his pouch, helmet, and ruby.
Written by Neil Gaiman.
Illustrated by Sam Kieth, Mike Dringenberg, and Malcolm Jones III.
Introduction by Karen Berger.
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uncle_loki, November 17, 2007 (view all comments by uncle_loki)
The characters in this series have so much depth. I don't particularly like Dream as a person, but I root for him in the same way you might root for a family member even when they do things that bother you. Death and Destruction are the two I enjoy most because they are antistereotypical, also because they are so personable and relatable. I adore them like I would a favorite uncle or good friend, and found myself missing them when the story was over.
I also very much enjoyed the epic scope of the story. It covers hundreds of years, and the same people tend to pop up now and again throughout. The progression of the story is fluid in spite of the fact that it focuses on numerous characters and does not progress chronologically.
The first book is not necessarily my favorite, but it is the best place to start . . . and they are all fantastic. I know this is a bold statement, but I consider this series one of the best things I've read.
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Cedate, December 24, 2006 (view all comments by Cedate)
It has been a long time since I picked up a graphic novel. What an awesome reintroduction to this genre. The combination of Gaiman's amazing storytelling and the great artwork make for an exciting experience. I look forward to reading the rest of the series.
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crowyhead, August 22, 2006 (view all comments by crowyhead)
This is probably my least favorite of the Sandman collections, as the series hasn't really hit its stride yet and Morpheus hasn't really developed as a character. It's still excellent stuff, though, and the last story, "The Sound of Her Wings," is worth the price of the collection just by itself. After Morpheus charging through the world recovering what's rightfully his, it is surprising and welcome to see him as a morose young man feeding the pigeons.
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Product Details
- ISBN:
- 9781563890116
- Subtitle:
- Preludes & Nocturnes - Book I
- Editor:
- Hill, Michael
- Introduction:
- Berger, Karen
- Illustrator:
- Kieth, Sam
- Illustrator:
- Dringenberg, Mike
- Illustrator:
- Jones, Malcolm, III
- Editor:
- Hill, Michael
- Author:
- Author:
- Publisher:
- Vertigo
- Location:
- New York
- Subject:
- General
- Subject:
- Fiction
- Subject:
- Science Fiction - General
- Subject:
- Science fiction
- Subject:
- Dreams
- Subject:
- Graphic Novels
- Subject:
- Horror comic books, strips, etc
- Subject:
- Graphic Novels - Fantasy
- Subject:
- Graphic Novels - General
- Subject:
- Fantasy
- Copyright:
- 1989
- Edition Number:
- 02
- Edition Description:
- Collects THE SANDMAN #1-8
- Series:
- Sandman Collected Library
- Series Volume:
- 01
- Publication Date:
- November 1991
- Binding:
- Paperback
- Language:
- English
- Illustrations:
- Y
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 10.12x6.64x.45 in. .82 lbs.
