Saga - Graphic Novels - Christchurch City Libraries
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Many of the stories told in graphic novels are sagas, but not all of them take the same shape. While epic in scope, these stories tend to be more non-conventional in concept, setting and genre, but retain some of the staples of a classic saga. Some span decades, others generations. Some chronicle grand journeys, others explore passionate romances. Here is a small selection to get you started. A Christchurch City Libraries list.
A graphic novel adaption of 'The Kite Runner' novel. The story takes place over multiple decades and is set mainly in 1970s Afghanistan. It tells the story of an unlikely friendship between a wealthy boy and the son of his father’s…
'Jimmy Corrigan: The Smartest Kid on Earth' is a graphic novel by American cartoonist Chris Ware, who is known for his 'Acme Novelty Library' series and 'Building Stories'. It's written as a fictional autobiography of an office worker in…
Full of intense graphic art and suspense filled writing! Strong characters take us on an emotional survival journey. Rick Grimes awakens from a coma in a hospital devastated by a zombie plague. Determined to find and protect his family,…
The manga adaptation of the film, by Makoto Shinkai and illustrated by manga artist Yukiko Seike. The story is set in Japan, beginning in the 1990s up until the present day (2008). It is a coming-of-age romantic drama that revolves around…
A fantastically illustrated and poignant story of the artist’s father’s experiences as a Polish Jew and Holocaust survivor. Beautifully framed through discussions between father and son, who have had a difficult relationship, and where all…
This fast-paced but touching and humorous story driven by strong female characters is a graphic novel about the Iranian Revolution, told from the perspective of a young girl, Marji. Marjane and her parents live in the Iran of the Shah and…
An illustrated autobiography from the author of 'Habibi', 'Blankets' tells the story of the author's struggle with faith (and coming from a staunchly religious family), creative self-expression, love, and growing up. A great one to try if…
A classic Romeo and Juliet beginning leads to one of the most original graphic novels ever. A warring planet and moon resigned to the fact that neither may destroy the other, wage shadow wars across the cosmos. However, what happens when…
Often shifting focus and scope, 'The Sandman' is a sprawling tale of dark fantasy that spans worlds as well as centuries. Dream, one of the seven Endless, escapes his captivity only to find his kingdom in disrepair and his siblings…
If you died today, what would your obituary say about your life? In a series of vignettes about Bras de Oliva Domingo's life, we see exactly that. Each story tells about an important event in Bras’ life – his first kiss, the birth of his…
A story of survival and truly unique characters this is one for those who love action and epic art! In a horrifying worldwide event, all living mammals with a Y chromosome abruptly die, save for Yorick Brown, an amateur escape artist. Seen…
A mix of fantasy horror and family drama written by prominent horror author Joe Hill and illustrated by architect turned comic artist Gabriel Rodriguez. After suffering a horrible tragedy, the Locke siblings move across the country to the…
Son of the extraterrestrial superhero Omni-Man, Mark Grayson can't wait to walk in his father's footsteps. When his burgeoning powers begin to manifest on his 17th birthday, Mark is thrust into the life of a teenage hero, making…
Dark fantasy and supernatural horror collide with a heavy western motif in this adaptation of Stephen King's epic The Dark Tower series. Fearing treachery within his kingdom, lord of Gilead Steven Deschain sends his son Roland and his…
A graphic novel retelling of the apocalyptic Stephen King story. The accidental release of a deadly virus causes a global pandemic that decimates humanity. A handful of people find themselves immune, forced to bear witness as the world…
A multigenerational tale of the heroic Joestar family and their never-ending battle against evil. 'Jojo's Bizarre Adventure' is told in 8 parts, starting in the 1800s and going through to the early 2000s. The first six parts of the series…
