Korgi, Vol. 1 by Christian Slade Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of Korgi, Vol. 1
Book Review: Beautiful. Well written... and beautifully drawn.
Summary: 5 Stars
We really enjoyed this book. We're big lovers of corgis, and this book is a must for Corgi Lovers. Beautifully drawn. We really enjoyed it. We will be buying more for friends and family.Book Review: Best Corgi Adventure Ever
Summary: 5 Stars
There are some things I use in my life to measure the taste and character of people I meet. Korgi is one of those things. If you don't find Korgi charming and precious, there's something wrong with your soul. In fact I suggest therapy.
Yes, it takes two minutes to read. You will read it ten times in a day.
Korgi is a simple story of a little girl and her corgi. They have adventures. They fight monsters.
But there's so much more, so much more definition, that the artist layers onto his creation that makes careful and extensive examination of the book worthwhile. Simply looking at a picture of the korgis presented does not satisfy, but looking and mentally dissecting every image does.
Korgi is a sweet (but never saccharine) tale. Share it with someone who likes simple tales. And puppies.
Book Review: Charming Artwork, No Dialog
Summary: 4 Stars
Korgi is a graphic novel in the truest sense: it's all graphic. There's not a single word of dialog. Christian Slade's artwork is absolutely gorgeous (it's obvious that he has Corgis himself, because he captures them perfectly). This book is appropriate for all ages. Personally, I find it a little difficult to get involved in a story when it has no words, but as long as you're expecting a purely visual experience, I recommend this book.Book Review: Charming, But for a Niche Audience
Summary: 4 Stars
Let me start off by saying I absolutely adore animals, especially the ones with a wet nose & wagging tail/stump: meaning I am a member of said niche audience. If you don't care much for woofum, I highly doubt you'll enjoy this silly, whimsical tale.
The story is told solely through imagery, without a single word. It invokes the wonder of the innocent child within you as your eyes explore the pages. Always lush, intricate, soft, & alive, displaying a world alternately warm & frightening, the artist's history with Disney shows. (FYI: the art is in astute black & white.)
A young girl named Ivy & her mythical corgi Sprout (I say 'mythical' for a reason) explore the magical, ethereal world around them. The story is as simple & complex as that. Abstract & symbolic, it never intends to be heady or philosophical; there is no true violence, drama, comedy, or romance; & this lack of concrete substance is why Korgi will only ever be treasured by a few, at least in the realm of hardened adults. Basically, if you're searching for Watchmen 2, this is not the place to look. (Though I'm sure you've guessed that already by the looks of the cover.)
None the less, Korgi is a cuddly little comic, a fluffy fantasy filled with sweetness for all ages. I've found that whenever I'm having a rough day, a short flip through this cute, timeless adventure adds some sugar to my outlook. It achieves what is set out to achieve: charm.
3.5 stars rounded up because I'm nice & because for its audience it's a sparkling star.
Another lovely, loving tribute to man's best friend a la comic---albeit far darker---that I highly, highly recommend is Nick Abadzis' 'Laika.' If you have a soul, I guarantee you'll be tearing up by the deeply moving end.
Book Review: Don't Miss It !
Summary: 5 Stars
WOW I'm going to 'read' it again as soon as I finish this review. It was an experience like a child's first awareness of a butterfly. Korgi Book 1 made me feel like a wide-eyed child agian. The drawings are rich with expression and movement; the story is exciting and unpredictable. Discovery, Adventure, Growth, Affection, Wonder. Yes, it is a fantasy for all ages. It can be shared with the youngest of dreamers and even old reminiscers like me. I can hardly wait for Korgi Book 2.