Memories From Limn by Edo Brenes (English) Paperback Book

Description: Memories From Limn by Edo Brenes Ramiro leaves the British drizzle and his beloved fiancé Yoss to investigate his family history back home in Costa Rica. What starts as an innocent fascination with an old family photo album leads to conversations with the older generations and revelations he is not prepared for. This intimate and evocative graphic novel uncovers a family secret, set against the idyllic Caribbean coastline in one of the most beautiful countries in Latin America. Author Edo Brenes weaves together the heartbreaking and humbling stories of three generations. Love and life is a struggle in paradise: welcome to Limón. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Edo Brenes was born in Costa Rica, and studied a BA in Animation in Veritas University, Costa Rica; followed by an MA in Animation at the University of Sunderland and going on to work as a freelance illustrator and animator. Edo has worked as a lecturer at Veritas University, and the Cambridge School of Art. In 2018 Edo won the Cheltenham Illustration Award for established artist with the short comic Lunday. In 2019 Edo won the Observer/Cape/Comica Graphic Short Story Prize with a version of what became the first chapter of Memories From Limón. Review Funny and sweetly told graphic novel debut full of reminiscences. * Publishers Weekly *Brenes digs into the familys secrets, revealing affairs, superstitions, ruined football careers and memories from the civil war of 1948 in this charmingly illustrated collection of anecdotes. * The Monocle *For a first graphic novel (...) its sturdy step, and Brenes should become a talent whose work is anticipated. -- Karl Verhoven * The Slings & Arrows Graphic Novel Guide * Promotional A beautiful and emotive graphic novel from award-winning author Edo Brenes, which weaves together stories from across time to piece together a narrative that will stick with you for years to come. Review Quote "This meditation on the past melds melancholy and jubilation." -Publishers Weekly "Readers who enjoy stories with a strong sense of place, family sagas, or travel memoirs may find enjoyment in this title, and although it reads like a memoir, it is a work of fiction." -Booklist Details ISBN1913123049 Author Edo Brenes Language English ISBN-10 1913123049 ISBN-13 9781913123048 Format Paperback Pages 272 Publisher Nobrow Ltd Year 2021 Publication Date 2021-09-01 UK Release Date 2021-09-01 Imprint Nobrow Ltd Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom AU Release Date 2021-09-01 NZ Release Date 2021-09-01 Audience Age 16 DEWEY 741.5 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:134344152;

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