Fred Fordham

Harper Lee

A beautifully crafted graphic novel adaptation of Harper Lee’s beloved, Pulitzer prize–winning American classic. "Shoot all the bluejays you want, if you can hit ‘em, but remember it’s a sin to kill a mockingbird." A haunting portrait of race and class, innocence and injustice, hypocrisy and heroism, tradition and transformation in the Deep South of the 1930s, Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird remains as important today as it was upon its initial publication in 1960, during the turbulent years of the Civil Rights movement. Now, this most beloved and acclaimed novel is reborn for a new age as a gorgeous graphic novel. Scout, Gem, Boo Radley, Atticus Finch, and the small town of Maycomb, Alabama, are all captured in vivid and moving illustrations by artist Fred Fordham. Enduring in vision, Harper Lee’s timeless novel illuminates the complexities of human nature and the depths of the human heart with humor, unwavering honesty, and a tender, nostalgic beauty. Lifetime admirers and new readers alike will be touched by this special visual edition that joins the ranks of the graphic novel adaptations of A Wrinkle in Time and The Alchemist.

To Kill a Mockingbird: A Graphic Novel

A beautifully crafted graphic novel adaptation of Harper Lee's beloved American classic. 'Shoot all the bluejays you want, if you can hit 'em, but remember it's a sin to kill a mockingbird.' A haunting portrait of race and class, innocence and injustice, hypocrisy and heroism, tradition and transformation in the Deep South of the 1930s, Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird remains as important today as it was upon its initial publication in 1960, during the turbulent years of the Civil Rights movement. Now, this most beloved and acclaimed novel is reborn for a new age as a gorgeous graphic novel. Scout, Jem, Boo Radley, Atticus Finch and the small town of Maycomb, Alabama, are all captured in vivid and moving illustrations by artist Fred Fordham. Enduring in vision, Harper Lee's timeless novel illuminates the complexities of human nature and the depths of the human heart with humour, unwavering honesty and a tender, nostalgic beauty. Lifetime admirers and new readers alike will be touched by this special visual edition.

To Kill a Mockingbird

ALDOUS. HUXLEY

Available in graphic novel form for the first time, "one of the most prophetic dystopian works of the twentieth century" (Wall Street Journal) Aldous Huxley's classic novel of authoritarianism Brave New World, adapted and illustrated by Fred Fordham, the artist behind the graphic novel edition of To Kill A Mockingbird. Originally published in 1932, Brave New World is one of the most revered and profound works of twentieth century literature. Touching on themes of control, humanity, technology, and influence, Aldous Huxley's enduring classic is a reflection and a warning of the age in which it was written, yet remains frighteningly relevant today. With its surreal imagery and otherworldly backdrop, Brave New World adapts beautifully to the graphic novel form. Fred Fordham's singular artistic flair and attention to detail and color captures this thought-provoking novel as never before, and introduces it to a new generation, and countless modern readers, in a fresh and compelling way.

Brave New World: A Graphic Novel

Mataram a Cotovia — O Romance Gráfico

Ursula K. Le Guin

The story of Ged, a poor smith's son, who discovers a magical talent and is sent away from home to a wizard school. During a duel with a fellow student, he summons a terrible shadow creature which he tries to banish, but it continues to haunt him long after he finishes his magical training. Finally he seeks advice from his old master Ogion, who tells him to confront the creature rather than flee it

A Wizard of Earthsea

Livre culte dans le monde entier, Ne tirez pas sur l'oiseau moqueur raconte l'histoire d'Atticus Finch, jeune avocat, qui élève seul ses deux enfants Jem et Scout. Lorsqu'il est commis d'office pour la défense d'un homme noir accusé d'avoir violé une femme blanche, la vie de la petite famille bascule. Nous sommes dans les années 1930, dans une petite ville de l'Alabama et certaines vérités peuvent être dangereuses à démontrer... Grâce au talent de Fred Fordham (notamment découvert en France grâce à Nightfall, paru chez Delcourt), ce roman graphique donne une nouvelle vie au chef d'oeuvre d'Harper Lee. L'illustrateur a exploré les lieux qui ont compté pour la mythique auteure américaine en se plongeant dans sa vie afin de s'approcher au plus près de son imaginaire. Fred Fordham offre un éclairage inédit du texte avec ce magnifique ouvrage qui renforce encore la modernité de l'oeuvre de Lee. Couronné par le prix Pulitzer en 1961, Ne tirez pas sur l'oiseau moqueur est l'un des plus grands classiques de la littérature du xxème siècle.

Ne tirez pas sur l'oiseau moqueur

Aldous Huxley

The graphic novel adaptation of the classic dystopian masterpiece. From Fred Fordham, graphic novelist behind the sensational TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD graphic novel. Originally published in 1932, Brave New World is one of the most revered and profound works of twentieth century literature. Touching on themes of control, humanity, technology, and influence, Aldous Huxley's enduring classic is a reflection and a warning of the age in which it was written, yet remains frighteningly relevant today. With its surreal imagery and otherworldly backdrop, Brave New World adapts beautifully to the graphic novel form. Fred Fordham's singular artistic flair and attention to detail and color captures this thought-provoking novel as never before, and introduces it to a new generation, and countless modern readers, in a fresh and compelling way.

Zabić drozda

Philip Pullman

Dit e-book is een ePub3-bestand, dus geschikt voor tablets en de meeste e-readers met een kleurenscherm (niet geschikt voor zwart-wit e-readers). Controleer of uw apparaat dit bestandsformaat kan weergeven. 'Aan boord van het spookschip' is het eerste deel in de nieuwe serie De tijdreizen van John Blake, een boemboek volledig in kleur, geschikt voor jongens en stoere meiden vanaf 13 jaar. Auteur Philip Pullman is bekend van onder meer de bekroonde bestsellertrilogie Het gouden kompas, Fred Fordham maakte de sfeervolle illustraties. Wetenschapper Blake experimenteert met het ombuigen van tijd en verliest daarbij zijn zoon John. Sindsdien bevaart spookschip de 'Mary Alice' de zeeën van vroeger en nu, met John aan boord. 1493, 1634, 1768; de 'Mary Alice' is er geweest. Dat is niet zonder gevaar, want er zijn kapers op de kust die haar tijdreisgeheim willen ontrafelen. Magnaat Carlos Dahlberg bijvoorbeeld, die alles inzet op de vernietiging van de Mary Alice. Maar wie het verleden aanvalt, zet de toekomst op het spel... Een boemboek is een beeldverhaal vol actie. Bovendien zijn boemboeken superspannend en je steekt er ook nog wat van op, want een boemboek is goed voor je woordenschat. (Zeg dat maar tegen je leraar!)

Aan boord van het spookschip

Available in graphic novel form for the first time, “one of the most prophetic dystopian works of the twentieth century” (Wall Street Journal) Aldous Huxley’s classic novel of authoritarianism Brave New World, adapted and illustrated by Fred Fordham, the artist behind the graphic novel edition of To Kill A Mockingbird. Originally published in 1932, Brave New World is one of the most revered and profound works of twentieth century literature. Touching on themes of control, humanity, technology, and influence, Aldous Huxley’s enduring classic is a reflection and a warning of the age in which it was written, yet remains frighteningly relevant today. With its surreal imagery and otherworldly backdrop, Brave New World adapts beautifully to the graphic novel form. Fred Fordham’s singular artistic flair and attention to detail and color captures this thought-provoking novel as never before, and introduces it to a new generation, and countless modern readers, in a fresh and compelling way.

La première BD de Philip Pullman, l'auteur de la trilogie culte À la croisée des mondes. Au cœur de l’océan, dissimulé par le brouillard du temps, vogue le Mary Alice, un vaisseau fantôme dont l’équipage cherche inlassablement et depuis des années le moyen de rentrer chez eux. Mais le mystérieux navire reste perpétuellement chassé par une terrible menace... De nos jours, alors qu’une tempête frappe un yacht de plaisance, une jeune fille est projetée par-dessus bord. Promise à une effroyable noyade, elle ne doit son salut qu’au capitaine John Blake qui plonge pour la sauver et la mener à son bord. La voici désormais membre à son tour du Mary Alice. Trouvera-t-elle le moyen de retrouver sa famille, alors que revenir à son époque signifie pour John Blake et son équipage retourner au seul endroit où ils risquent de se retrouver totalement anéantis ? Philip Pullman, auteur de la cultissime saga À la croisée des mondes, offre son premier scénario de bande dessinée au prometteur Fred Fordham. Embarquez pour une saga d’aventure pleine de mystères, quelque part entre Capitaines courageux et Pirates des caraïbes !

John Blake

F. Scott Fitzgerald

A gorgeously illustrated, first-ever graphic novel adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s beloved American classic. First published in 1925, The Great Gatsby has been acclaimed by generations of readers and is now reimagined in stunning graphic novel form. Jay Gatsby, Nick Carraway, Daisy Buchanan, and the rest of the cast are captured in vivid and evocative illustrations by artist Aya Morton. The iconic text has been artfully distilled by Fred Fordham, who also adapted the graphic novel edition of To Kill a Mockingbird. Blake Hazard, F. Scott Fitzgerald’s great-granddaughter, contributes a personal introduction. This quintessential Jazz Age tale stands as the supreme achievement of Fitzgerald’s career and is a true classic of 20th-century literature. The story of the mysteriously wealthy Gatsby and his love for the beautiful Daisy is exquisitely captured in this enchanting and unique edition.

The Graphic Novel

The Great Gatsby

“This gorgeously rendered graphic-novel version provides a new perspective for old fans but also acts as an immersive introduction for youngsters as well as any adult who somehow missed out on the iconic story set in Maycomb, Alabama.”--USA Today A beautifully crafted graphic novel adaptation of Harper Lee’s beloved, Pulitzer Prize–winning American classic, voted America's best-loved novel in PBS's Great American Read. "Shoot all the bluejays you want, if you can hit ‘em, but remember it’s a sin to kill a mockingbird." A haunting portrait of race and class, innocence and injustice, hypocrisy and heroism, tradition and transformation in the Deep South of the 1930s, Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird remains as important today as it was upon its initial publication in 1960, during the turbulent years of the Civil Rights movement. Now, this most beloved and acclaimed novel is reborn for a new age as a gorgeous graphic novel. Scout, Jem, Boo Radley, Atticus Finch, and the small town of Maycomb, Alabama, are all captured in vivid and moving illustrations by artist Fred Fordham. Enduring in vision, Harper Lee’s timeless novel illuminates the complexities of human nature and the depths of the human heart with humor, unwavering honesty, and a tender, nostalgic beauty. Lifetime admirers and new readers alike will be touched by this special visual edition that joins the ranks of the graphic novel adaptations of A Wrinkle in Time and The Alchemist.

Fred Fordham

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