
Publisher: Nobrow Ltd
ISBN: 9781910620632
Number of pages: 376
Weight: 368 g
Dimensions: 226 x 170 mm
MEDIA REVIEWS
In Waves engages with both the depths of Dungo's grief and the safe haven of surfing, offering a quick dip that will leave readers a bit battered by the waves. * Bookpage *
A fragile and heartfelt account of love and loss it acts as both beautiful but unflinchingly honest memorial, and as a historical record of the development and the heroes of the surfing world. * Broken Frontier *
It's a memoir about love, loss and surfing. Perfectly paced. Gorgeously illustrated. A genuine beauty to read. * OK Comics Book of the Year 2019 *
A work of subtle, heartbreaking beauty' 'A beautiful book that lingers long after it finishes. * Gosh Comics Book of the Year 2019 *
A poignant and heart breaking tale of love and loss that is interspersed with a history of surfing. All of which creates a fascinating mix of stories that are brought together by the unifying power of the ocean. * Pipedream Comics *
Beautifully rendered in grief-tinged shades of teal and turquoise. * Marie Curie, Talkabout *
I would defy anyone to read this and not be moved like a bobbing surfer sat atop his board awaiting the next big swell. * Page45 *
Sight-soothing illustrations, intriguing surf history and a heart-breaking but life-affirming personal story. In Waves by AJ Dungo is a rare and exquisite graphic novel every surfer and art lover will covet. * Surfer Dad *
A poignant exploration of loss, grief and more. * cherreading on Instagram *
A simple idea executed very very well * That Comic Smell *
It's a memoir of unbridled beauty, of vast unknowns, of what can last among the waves. * Multiversity Comics *
Deeply moving and visually stunning. * The Inertia *
Images of daily life contrast to the time the book spends in the water, and I recommend this book as an autobiographical exploration of what's truly important in life. * DR. J READS *
A powerful read that's stuck with me. * @ComicsAnonBlog on Twitter *
In Waves blends the history of surfing with a touching personal story and striking illustrations. * @alexboydwriter *
A beautiful book that lingers long after it finishes. * Gosh Comics *
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