The Case of Charles Dexter Ward A Graphic Novel

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With creepy spooky art and sinister suspenseful text I. N. J. Culbard brings new lifeand deathto H. P. Lovecrafts psychological mystery of forbidden knowledge and pursuits. Young Charles Dexter Ward is fascinated by the history of Joseph Curwen his wizard ancestor of the 17th century. Curwen was notorious for haunting graveyards practicing alchemy and never aging! Ward cant help his fixation: He himself looks just like Curwen. In an attempt to duplicate his ancestors cabbalistic feats he resurrects the fearsome Curwen . . . and then the true horror begins! Praise for The Case of Charles Dexter Ward: Culbard triumphs in bringing to life a story that isnt inherently visual. Another success by one of the best modern translators of the endlessly popular scribe. Booklist This is really the best way to enjoy Lovecraft. Boing Boing Culbard brings the classic tale to life and his work will very likely entice readers who enjoy the macabre to seek out the original novel. PublishersWeekly.com If youre looking for chills youll find them here. Scripps Howard News Service Culbard illustrates this tale of life everlastingreplete with ancient lore and sinister networks crossing the boundaries of reason morality and sciencein appropriately dark and lurid colors. The Milwaukee Shepherd Express Its been something of a renaissance for H.P. Lovecraft comics over the last couple of years thanks to SelfMadeHero. Houston Press Art Attack blog Were giving it an ichor-dripping thumbs up. The Austin Chronicle Under the Covers blog Rich details in his drawings cull out the storys shadows and the sadness that lurks behind the fearsome details. Culbard masterfully controls the pacing as well creating suspense and shock through his elegant pages. Graphic Novel Reporter