| Family Matter Contributor(s): Eisner, Will (Author) |
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ISBN: 0393328139 ISBN-13: 9780393328134 Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company OUR PRICE: $28.50 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: July 2009 Annotation: One of the most recent graphic novels from master storyteller Will Eisner tells a powerful and haunting tale of a day in the life of an American family gathered for the birthday of its eldest member. In just twenty-four hours together, the family's darkest memories are revealed -- secrets of betrayal, abuse, greed and incest. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Comics & Graphic Novels | Literary |
| Dewey: 741.597 |
| LCCN: 2009018004 |
| Series: Will Eisner Library |
| Physical Information: 0.24" H x 7" W x 9.96" (0.39 lbs) 80 pages |
| Themes: - Ethnic Orientation - Jewish |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: In this classic graphic novel, Will Eisner's pen cuts an expansive swath through all aspects of the human condition. A Family Matter starts close to home, following a family as it gathers to observe the ninetieth birthday of its patriarch. While they must decide how best to provide for him, he ends up making a crucial choice of his own. |
Contributor Bio(s): Eisner, Will: - Born in New York City, Will Eisner (1917-2005) was the author of the legendary comic strip The Spirit, as well as fifteen graphic novels and three influential instructional textbooks. The comic industry's top awards, the Eisner Awards, are named in his honor. |