Build/expand upon press from Fall 2014 release.
Frederic Othon Aristid (1913-2013), known as Fred, is one of France's most influential and revered cartoonists. In the sixties, Fred co-founded Hara-Kiri, the leading satitical publication of the May '69 movement - he designed its first 60 covers. Philemon, his story for young readers, was first published in Pilote in 1972 by Rene Goscinny, the author of the Asterix series.
"This mind-bending fantasy blends familiar literary allusions,
psychedelic settings, and just the right smattering of fun." -
Kirkus Reviews
"A welcome addition to any elementary graphic novel collection,
school or public, especially appealing to struggling readers." -
School LIbrary Journal
"Philemon's adventures are the pinnacle of absurdist comedy.
Imagine if Lewis Carroll and Dr. Seuss had together imagined the
most incredible people and places, and you're on the right track."
- Jamie Greene for Geek Dad
"Throughout these flights of fancy, Fred's designs swirl with
inspired creativity." - The Globe and Mail
"Philemon's adventures are filled with interesting characters and
unusual situations." KidsReads "This mind-bending fantasy blends
familiar literary allusions, psychedelic settings, and just the
right smattering of fun." - Kirkus Reviews
"A welcome addition to any elementary graphic novel collection,
school or public, especially appealing to struggling readers." -
School LIbrary Journal
"Philemon's adventures are the pinnacle of absurdist comedy.
Imagine if Lewis Carroll and Dr. Seuss had together imagined the
most incredible people and places, and you're on the right track."
- Jamie Greene for Geek Dad
"Throughout these flights of fancy, Fred's designs swirl with
inspired creativity." - The Globe and Mail
"Philemon's adventures are filled with interesting characters and
unusual situations." - KidsReads
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