One of my writing jobs is translating French comic books into English for Cinebook, the "9th art publisher." (If you know what that tagline refers to, send your explanation as a comment and I'll post it!) This fun work has introduced me to some classic Franco-Belgian comic books and graphic novels, including the beloved Yakari series by Job and Derib. Yakari is a young Sioux boy who can converse with animals. In each volume, Yakari learns a valuable life lesson through an encounter with animals.
In Yakari and the Stranger, the boy and his horse Little Thunder help a pelican that has a nasty cold. This charming story teaches a lesson, quite powerfully, about kindness--or a lack thereof--repaid.
These tales are a welcome change from the superheroes and angst that fill the pages of many popular comic books and graphic novels.
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Dear Erica...although this is not a comment directed at Yaraki and the Stranger...you asked whether I liked The Yellow 'M'...I love it...I plan on purchasing it for the University Library at UC Davis...I enjoyed not only the artwork but the excellent translation!! I see you also have a work of short stories...I'll purchase that collection as well for the library.
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Erica...yes the Yellow 'M' did retain its masterful noire feeling...thank you for the offer regarding the books from Cinebooks...:)
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