Essex County Volume 1: Tales From The Farm (Essex County) (Essex County)
 

Essex County Volume 1: Tales From The Farm

by Jeff Lemire

Xeric-Award-winning cartoonist Jeff Lemire (Lost Dogs) illustrates the tale of Lester, an orphaned 10-year-old who goes to live on his Uncle's farm. Their relationship grows increasingly strained and Lester befriends the town's gas station owner, and damaged former hockey star Jimmy Lebeuf. The two escape into a private fantasy world of super-heroes, alien invaders and good old-fashioned pond... (read more)

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Hauntingly illustrated graphic novel that truly captures a profound sense of loneliness.

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