Like a Velvet Glove Cast in Iron
 

Like a Velvet Glove Cast in Iron

by Daniel Clowes

Some consider this comic book novel obtuse; others find it deeply intellectual. Whatever the reaction, it's hard to refute its daring originality and smooth artwork. Described as "a terrifying journey into madness," the story revolves around Clay Loudermilk as he stumbles upon the mysteries behind a snuff film. Soon he's involved with increasingly bizarre characters who hang in the air... (read more)

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gnat
  • Rated 5 stars

creepy and surreal, it was the second clowes book i read after ghost world and it really threw me off. loved it.

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