John constantines assembled cohort of mystics lead swamp thing to a cave where a group called the brujeria are concocting a scheme to infect the world with evilbut when swamp thing tries to save constantine from their clutches, he allows one of the mystics, now transformed into a. Saga of the swamp thing book three by alan moore, steve. The saga of the swamp thing was the first mainstream comic book series to completely abandon the comics code authority cca. Swamp thing volume 1 reproduces issues 21 through 27 of the comic book saga of the swamp thing, which first ran in 1984. Wellknown writers tom king batman, heroes in criris and brian azzarello batman. With modernday issues explored against a backdrop of horror, the swamp thing stories became commentaries on environmental, political and social issues, unflinching in their relevance. In 1982, dc comics revived the swamp thing series, attempting to capitalize on the summer 1982 release of the wes craven film of the same name. The previous issue, loose ends was moores first swampy book but this issue really kicks things off.
This book collects the saga of the swamp thing numbered 5156. Thanks to moore and the artists that worked with him, saga of the swamp thing gives this great character the exposure and legacy it deserves. Her last name is shared by swamp thing cast members matthew cable and abby cable born arcane and after marrying swamp thing years. These eras were met with high critical praise and numerous awards. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read saga of the swamp thing. Instead of getting all delicate and subtle with his character, he killed him.
Like many, i appreciate this time in swamp things chronology quite. Abby is being held by cablearcane and one of the undead. But it was his legendary work on the swamp thing series that broke him into the big time and made the name alan moore synonymous with genius amongst conic book fans. In an issue dated may 1982, dc comics revived the swamp thing series to try to capitalize on the summer 1982 release of the wes craven film of the same name. Last we saw swampy, he was plunging to the depths of the ocean to destroy a giant. His deconstruction of the classic monster stretched the creative boundaries of the medium and became one of the most spectacular series in comic book history. A truly epic saga that redefined comic book history much like moores other works. It is about swamp things search for identity as well as the examination of national. Abby visits the library and accidentally dislodges a book about sally parks. The title, called the saga of the swamp thing, featured in its first annual the comic book adaptation of the craven movie. Critics choice files magazine spotlight spine title. Saga of the swamp thing 21 1984 the anatomy lesson this is the book that started me down the long, passionate some say obsessive path of swamp thing fandom. Saga of the swamp thing, book 1 by alan moore librarything.
As a being composed of various flora, he is in touch with nature in a way. Alan moore born 18 november 1953 is an english writer known primarily for his work in comic books including watchmen, v for vendetta, the ballad of halo jones, swamp thing, batman. Roots of terror tom king, brian azzarello, len wein, greg capullo, jason fabok isbn. See more ideas about swamp thing movie, comic art and swamp thing 1982. At top speed, he could turn around a script in three days, and he was used to the more rigorous demands of the weekly schedule that was standard working practice in uk comics. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a page. Moore altered the swamp things origins, flicked the finger at the comics code authoritys regulations, and created an adult version of the swamp thing that has finally become a staple of popular culture. Click to read more about saga of the swamp thing, book 1 by alan moore. The the rumor has it alan moore initially considered the offer to take over a poorly selling comic book about a veganhulk a prank. See all 6 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. The fictional character the swamp thing has appeared in five american comic book series to date, including several specials, and has crossed over into other dc comics titles. Saga of the swamp thing ebook written by alan moore.
The new series, called the saga of the swamp thing, featured an. May 11, 2016 the swamp thing is a fairly minor character in the comic book world, and one of the very few that brings botany to the forefront. I dont know why this video is out of sync so please forgive me. Reproduced with comics code stamp even though the actual cover did not carry it. Last we saw swampy, he was plunging to the depths of the ocean to destroy a giant, herpes ridden, alien squid. The saga of swamp thing last edited by billy batson on 041620 02. The series found immense popularity upon its 1970s debut and during the midlate 1980s under alan moore, stephen bissette, and john totleben. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Saga of swamp thing 1 npr coverage of saga of swamp thing 1 by alan moore and steve r. The saga of the swamp thing 8 1982 heres looking at you kid before jumping right in, please take a moment to enjoy how confident swamp thing looks in gold. The swamp is a tremendous book impressive in scope, well researched and well written, rich in history yet urgently relevant to current events. Damned, joker pay tribute to the legendary creators of swamp thing as they join forces for earthshattering swamp thing tales that will send chills down your spine.
Honestly, as great as watchmen is and it is great alan moore could have rested on his laurels after his saga of the swamp thing run and still have been considered the best writer of superhero comics. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers all about saga of the swamp thing, book 1. Gregg easterbrook, the new republic grunwald blends exhaustive research and superlative prose into a book as valuable as a week in fort lauderdale, at one hundredth the price. Download sagaoftheswampthingbook2 ebook pdf or read online books in pdf, epub. A murder of crows, script by alan moore, art by john totleben. Saga of the swamp thing book one paperback apr 10 2012. While moore wrote more than fifty issues of the saga of the swamp thing, i am narrowing this post down to the first volume, which compiles issues 20 27. Scholars have identified comic book writers and artists whose works. Saga of the swamp thing 5 alan moore paperback books. An understanding of the difference between the premoore swamp thing and moores. Saga of the swamp thing redefined the ways of narrating graphic novels. Saga of the swamp thing book one moore, alan, various isbn.
Saga of the swamp thing, volume 1 by alan moore, various. November 1953 in northampton, northamptonshire, england ist ein. I hope you enjoy and let me know what you think about the swamp thing in the. There is a reason why alan moore has the legendary status among many comic book fans that he does. This volume feels mostly like the aftermath and consequences of the previous one. Her last name is shared by swamp thing cast members matthew cable and abby cable born arcane and after marrying swamp thing years later, holland, neither of which appear in the story. The book was suffering from delays generally, and moores speed at writing was a crucial factor in gaining him the swamp thing gig.
An essay on the comic book the saga of the swamp thing, with summaries of issues 20 through 33. Gregg easterbrook, the new republic grunwald blends exhaustive research and superlative prose into a book as valuable as a week in fort lauderdale, at onehundredth the price. Swampy takes his revenge on gotham and he and abbie have to deal with the fallout. Download saga ofthe swampthing book 2 ebook pdf or read online books in pdf, epub. May, 2014 moore altered the swamp thing s origins, flicked the finger at the comics code authoritys regulations, and created an adult version of the swamp thing that has finally become a staple of popular culture. When sunderland fires woodrue, the scientist allows swamp thing to take revenge on sunderland for the both of them. Book 1 of 12 in the saga of the swamp thing series. A murder of crows, both of which collect saga of the swamp thing vol. Saga of the swamp thing later renamed swamp thing with the fortysixth issue is the most revered, and is most remembered for its issues written by alan moore and illustrated by various artists.
The swamp book by michael grunwald official publisher. Saga of the swamp thing book one shows that sometimes even the best comics are better than you think they are. Apr 16, 2020 the saga of swamp thing last edited by billy batson on 041620 02. A cover gallery for the comic book saga of the swamp thing. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers all about saga of the swamp thing, book 1 by alan moore. A revival had been planned for 1978, but was a victim of the dc implosion.
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