Blankets by Craig Thompson Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of Blankets
Book Review: Absolutely Splendid
Summary: 5 Stars
The author accuratly portrays a typical Central Wisconsin teenage love story. I have lived almost my entire life in a town only about 15 miles away from the town in which the story takes place; the authors hometown. It is rich in local color and was reminiscent of my own formitive years.Book Review: Absolutely breathtaking...
Summary: 5 Stars
This is probably the best book you have never read.
Honestly, it is just so truthful and aching and divine. The drawings are simply magnificant, detailed and funny and innovative. Thompson is an incredible artist and writer, and the story is as sensitive and brave as the drawings. Craig (within the story!) is a truly endearing and soft character, and I really felt like Thompson had laid bear his heart and soul, with all its bruises and tender bits. I did not want it to end so quickly, though at 600 beautiful pages, it is good value.
I felt that the blanket tied the work together in one marvellous cohesive tapestry and that other characters were beautifully explored and texturised. The work as a whole is calming and gentle and Thompson evokes a real sense of teenagehood, first love and icy icy weather.
My only, very picky complaint is that as a non-religious individual, I found the work to be, on occasions a little too religious. Additionally, I felt that Thompson could have characterised Raina in a less idealised and more human manner.
Irrespective of this, I really really adored 'Blankets', and it shall sit under my bed for morning inspiration and balance and a peaceful feeling of calm.
If only the world was full of works like 'Blankets', I am sure we'd all be happier more peaceful people.
Book Review: An Amazing Coming of Age Story in Artistic, Graphic Style
Summary: 5 Stars
Not what I would think of a graphic novel, with its hard-hitting issues and sketches to depict them, I was duly impressed by Thompson's artistic expression of a coming of age story. The story stirred me, disturbed me, and made me think more about what life throws at us, and can I just say, how do any of us survive to get into adulthood? Don't misunderstand me here, while this story is gripping and heart-wrenching at times, it really is a beautiful book of love and triumph. There are scenes (assumed or portrayed) of drug use, abuse, and sensuality, but were artistically represented in a way that I thought was quite honest. Most poignant, from my opinion, were the young man's thoughts on religion and the shame it placed on him. I thought those points, incorporated into the other complications, really made for a great and compelling read. Devoured in one sitting, I would recommend this graphic novel to anyone wanting to try something more adult and artistic in its themes. While hard hitting, I really loved this great read.Book Review: Art and a life story in the purest form possible
Summary: 5 Stars
When you first begin to read this book it will seem as if the Author is talking about things that have nothing to do with anything. But after reading a few pages in you will instantly be sucked into the story of Craig Thompson and his battle with everything ranging from his own religion to his love interests. Most people I have talked to noted that although it seemed like a long read, the book will only take you a few hours to read, but will have a lasting effect for the rest of your life. It is a blend of words that are strewn into beautiful and eye tingling art. This book would be great for anyone over the age of 13 or 14, and although the book is over in a few hours, you will probably find yourself reading it again and again, referencing to the book to where Craig's life and your life seem to match in a way. In simple words this book might change your life, and if it doesn't, it's still a great read.Book Review: Astonishing
Summary: 5 Stars
Craig Thompson's 'Blankets' is my first graphic novel. A friend of mine has been attempting to get me into the comic book style graphic novels, but somehow I came across Thompson's work. It was interesting to see that Craig is from Wisconsin (I am going to college at UW-SP), and it's wonderful to see both beautiful art AND a focused illustration.
The story is a beautiful one. Don't be intimidated by the number of pages in this book. It goes fast. I'm going to read it again and take more time to really concentrate on Thompson's illustrations.