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Neil Gaiman in the 21st Century

Essays on the Novels, Children's Stories, Online Writings, Comics and Other Works

by Tara Prescott
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Neil Gaiman has emerged as one of the most influential literary figures of the 21st century. To borrow a phrase from his viral 2012 University of the Arts commencement speech, Gaiman "makes good art," from his graphic novels to his social media collaborations, award-winning fantasy fiction and beloved children's books.

This collection of new essays examines a range of Gaiman's prolific output, with readings of the novels American Gods, Anansi Boys, The Graveyard Book and The Ocean at the End of the Lane. Children's books The Wolves in the Walls and Blueberry Girl and the online short story collection A Calendar of Tales are discussed. Gaiman's return to the serial comic book form with Sandman: Overture is covered, and artist JH Williams III contributes an exclusive interview about his collaboration with Gaiman on Overture. Cartoonist Judd Winick offers a personal essay on his connection to Gaiman's work.

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    February 13, 2015

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      • ISBN: 9781476619941

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    • Library Journal

      Starred review from April 1, 2015

      Editor Prescott (writing programs, Univ. of California Los Angeles; coeditor, Feminism in the Worlds of Neil Gaiman) has put together an intriguing anthology of essays that examine Gaiman's most recent literary output from multiple perspectives, creating a variety of viewpoints as eclectic as Gaiman's own body of work. There are critical readings of novels (The Ocean at the End of the Lane), children's books (The Wolves in the Walls), and graphic novels (Sandman: Overture), and there are even discussions of his film and multimedia work. Among the most fascinating pieces are Michael B. Key's "The Anxiety of Disappearance," which applies Derridean philosophy to an analysis of American Gods, and "'We've Upgraded Ourselves': Gaiman's Resurrection of the Cybermen," Emily Capettini's examination of the author's Doctor Who efforts. This diversity of interpretations allows readers a number of options for exploring Gaiman's oeuvre. VERDICT Academics and readers who enjoy Gaiman's books will appreciate the care put into this impressive collection. The tone is one of reverence. Contributors critique his fiction but do not seek to diminish his works in any way. As such, this volume is sure to be well received by the author's fans and literary theorists.--Matthew Gallagher, Victoria, BC

      Copyright 2015 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

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