Laid Waste

Laid Waste

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Nov 15, 2016 · English · Paperback (80 pages)
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Format Paperback
Pages 80
Language English
Published Nov 15, 2016
Publisher Fantagraphics Books
ISBN-10 1606999710
ISBN-13 9781606999714

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In the grim setting of a medieval city besieged by plague, survival presents itself as a relentless struggle against despair. Julia Gfrörer masterfully paints a world where the stench of death lingers in the air, and the haunting silence of abandoned streets echoes the desperation of its remaining inhabitants. Each day invades memories of a once-thriving community, now reduced to a fight for existence amid the growing pile of bodies that remind them of their mortality.

The characters grapple with their haunting realities, facing the choice between succumbing to their grief or fighting against the inevitable. Relationships fray, new alliances form, and humanity’s darker impulses emerge in the direst of circumstances. As fear and paranoia take hold, the line between hope and hopelessness blurs, leaving individuals to confront not only the external dangers but also the inner demons awakened by their plight.

Gfrörer weaves a rich tapestry of human experience, exploring the emotional depths of loss, love, and resilience. A haunting narrative unfolds, challenging the notion of survival itself as the characters navigate a world stripped of its former beauty. In this tale of endurance against insurmountable odds, the fragile nature of life and the enduring spirit of humanity take center stage.
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