Product Description: In a city where the wind never ceases, a young boy loses his grandfather`s hat, his most prized possession, to a mischievously swirling gust. Thus begins our hero`s journey, a journey that will lead him, his faithful dog and a cleverly inventive ally weaving through a lushly illustrated urban maze to the farthest corners of the city. From the windy streets, to the punishing halls of elementary school, to the dark lair of a fortune telling gypsy, the young boy presses on to find the elusive destination of his cherished cap, finding much more along the way.
Heartwarming & charming ^ A wonderful example of the wordless graphic novel, this deceptively simple story tells of a young boy in search of his grandfather's hat, a cherished link to the man & all the memories associated with him. The artwork is dense, filled with detail, but it never becomes too busy or confusing. Everything is clear & easy to follow. There's plenty of humor to be found as well! The facial expressions of his characters are an exaggerated delight, and the reader will identify & empathize with them very quickly indeed. It's very re-readable, and the sentiment is earned ... in fact, the only thing wrong with it is that it's apparently out of print at the moment. But if you can find a used copy somewhere, you'll be happy you did!
One of my favorites ^ Yes, this is a good one. One of my favorite comics ever. the amount of detail Kurt Wolfgang put into this one is amazing. It's not just impressive, but it really adds texture and depth to the story. Thumbs up for content and aesthetics, and it's a touch nostalgic at that (sweet-nostalgic, not pukey-nostalgic). and no words! the expressions on the characters' faces, the pacing and the unfolding of the story tell it all.
Masterful and Sublime. ^ I picked this book up a couple of years ago at "Jim Hanley's Universe" in NYC. I don't think I've ever re-read a comic as many times as this one.
Every choice Wolfgang made with this book was a stroke of genius. The color of the ink, the choice of paper, the restrained act of using mere imagery to represent dialogue, the lovingly rendered line of both character and landscape..... I really just can't say enough.
So I contacted Kurt Wolfgang, via e-mail, to convey my profound admiration for his work, and my anxiousness over his pending masterstroke, "Pinokio". He was very gracious. He even offered to send me a slipcover for "Where Hats Go", as soon as they were printed. Unfortunately, I moved...and changed ISP's, so I'm not really sure if he ever got around to finishing the slipcovers. Hmmm... Kurt, if you read this, e-mail me!! I want to complete my "Where Hats Go" shrine!!!
Err... anyway, BUY IT. You'll never get as much for $8, in terms of content value in comics, as you will here. This little book is a real treasure.
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