Joe Quinn's Poltergeist
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- 11,99 €
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- 11,99 €
Beschreibung des Verlags
A beautifully imagined story for fans of Neil Gaiman, by the dream team of bestselling author, David Almond and award-winning artist, Dave McKean. Joe Quinn tells everyone about the poltergeist in his house, but no one believes him. No one that is, except for Davie. He’s felt the inexplicable presence in the rooms, he’s seen random objects fly through the air. And there’s something else … a memory of his beloved sister, and a feeling deep down that somehow it might be possible for ghosts to exist.
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Opening with an introduction from Almond describing the deaths of his sister when he was seven and his father when he 15, as well as his childhood interest in the occult, this sophisticated graphic novel is an exploration of life, death, and meaning. Davie is ready to brush off Joe Quinn's claim that he's "got a poltergeist," considering that Joe and his mother are known for making up stories, but after visiting the Quinn house, he can't deny the very real flying plates and shattered windows. Disturbed by the experience and his growing belief in the supernatural, Davie consults his mother and the new Irish priest, who doesn't seem to believe in God. As he confronts his confusion, grief, and shifting worldview, Davie comes to accept that he and the poltergeist are inextricably linked. McKean's frenetic, ever-shifting mixed-media illustrations dramatically convey Davie's experiences and story's vivid characters, evoking a distinct sense of disquiet, while Almond's text propels the plot and provides deeper meaning. Gripping and philosophical, this collaboration will prompt discussion. Ages 12 up.
