How the Jackal ate the Elephant/The Jackal and the War Drum/The Brahmin and the Goat are included in this issue (each reviewed individually). One of tHow the Jackal ate the Elephant/The Jackal and the War Drum/The Brahmin and the Goat are included in this issue (each reviewed individually). One of the most enjoyable series of comics I have read in a long time. The art is simple but meshes well with the stories. Very much a worthwhile series of comics for grade school aged children to read....more
More tales from the Panchatantra. In the title story a man is tricked into believing that his goat is not a goat by those who want the goat for themseMore tales from the Panchatantra. In the title story a man is tricked into believing that his goat is not a goat by those who want the goat for themselves. A Rakshasa (evil spirit) and a thief join forces to rob and kill a man; but their selfishness prevents them from accomplishing their goals. Thought provoking tales written around 200 BC. ...more
More tales adapted from the Panchatantra. A hungry jackal hears a war drum and assumes that there is danger. But when he goes to investigate he finds More tales adapted from the Panchatantra. A hungry jackal hears a war drum and assumes that there is danger. But when he goes to investigate he finds that it is just the sound of the drum, the battle is over, and there is food everywhere! Insightful and relevant still to this day, I really like these tales very much! ...more
Nice match up between Aaron Donald (AD) and Reggie White (RW). Two great players who are good examples of how you can be both a team player and striveNice match up between Aaron Donald (AD) and Reggie White (RW). Two great players who are good examples of how you can be both a team player and strive for individual glory. The book really does not answer the question: AD is still playing and he may pass some of the stats that RW holds. RIP RW - if you know someone who has sleep apnea let them know that they have to talk to their doctor. ...more
Really liked this book for two reasons: 1). it is interesting and informative and 2). I think it is a very good idea to make small children aware of tReally liked this book for two reasons: 1). it is interesting and informative and 2). I think it is a very good idea to make small children aware of these plants! Several years ago the son of a close friend made the mistake of playing around poison ivy; kind of ruined summer vacation for the whole family. A good book to read before camping! ...more
More tales that are reminiscent of the ones Aesop is credited with. Greed, deceit, vanity and fear are addressed in stories that warn the reader how bMore tales that are reminiscent of the ones Aesop is credited with. Greed, deceit, vanity and fear are addressed in stories that warn the reader how bad choices can lead to harm or death. A jackel wants to eat a dead elephant he has found, but is unable to penetrate it's thick hide. How can he trick a tiger to rend the hide while not giving all the meat up? Thought provoking and engaging....more
Tiana Love Abramson takes us on an artistic journey to healing and acceptance. After being sexually abused by a family friend from the age of 4 to 7 sTiana Love Abramson takes us on an artistic journey to healing and acceptance. After being sexually abused by a family friend from the age of 4 to 7 she then got a call from the wife of the abuser after he committed suicide - blaming her for the abuse. Tiana expresses her PTSD through her art and minimalist poetry. Powerful and moving, transformative and inspiring....more
Raw and gritty! Namor (N) is defeated, physically and mentally! Refusing to save himself from prison N finds out that his kingdom is fighting a civil Raw and gritty! Namor (N) is defeated, physically and mentally! Refusing to save himself from prison N finds out that his kingdom is fighting a civil war, the result of many factions trying to take over the throne he vacated. This is N at his lowest; submitting to the law of the land dwellers because he hates himself. This series looks good - Imperius Rex! ...more
My friend Rob insisted that I read this issue before we go to see the movie. First meeting of Wolverine (W) and Deadpool (DP). Not the most memorable My friend Rob insisted that I read this issue before we go to see the movie. First meeting of Wolverine (W) and Deadpool (DP). Not the most memorable of stories; typical Marvel indecisive fight where you are not really sure who 'won'. Cover price on this book is $1.95...my friend Tom bought over 30 copies...was selling them for $50.00 each before the movie came out! ...more
A little disappointed in this issue; the fight between Black Bolt (BB) and the Silver Surfer (SS) doesn't happen. SS goes through the rest of the InhuA little disappointed in this issue; the fight between Black Bolt (BB) and the Silver Surfer (SS) doesn't happen. SS goes through the rest of the Inhumans pretty easy. SS is mistaken as a spy, and the Inhumans kind of jump to the conclusion that he is the enemy. Of particular interest is the announcement that Jack Kirby is leaving Marvel...a very sad situation....more
Very complete examination of this system. BJJ is effective and efficient. Many fights end up on the ground; drunks in particular have a tendency to 'gVery complete examination of this system. BJJ is effective and efficient. Many fights end up on the ground; drunks in particular have a tendency to 'grab' and want to take you down. If you do not know what you are doing you can tire yourself out trying to escape from an opponent who weighs more than you. BJJ is a good system to overcome this dangerous situation....more
Collects Deadpool Killustrated #1-4 (each reviewed separately). Deadpool (DP) discovers that his existence (and everyone he knows) is a work of fictioCollects Deadpool Killustrated #1-4 (each reviewed separately). Deadpool (DP) discovers that his existence (and everyone he knows) is a work of fiction. In a ennui attack that tries to separate essence from existence he launches a 'meticidal' attack which is 'progenatorial' in nature. He enters the 'ideaverse' to kill all characters who have iterated a character in the MU. This leads to a solipsistic quest to kill all the characters in classical literature. Very fun and very bizarre! ...more
Deadpool (DP) vs Sherlock Holmes! DP vs The Three Musketeers! DP vs Beowulf! DP vs Mulan! DP vs Natty Bumppo! With special guest appearances of DorianDeadpool (DP) vs Sherlock Holmes! DP vs The Three Musketeers! DP vs Beowulf! DP vs Mulan! DP vs Natty Bumppo! With special guest appearances of Dorian Gray and Gregor Samsa! If you like classical literature then this is sure to make you smile! A very demented (and distinctly Pirandellian) look at characters and audience....more
Deadpool (DP) continues to carve his way through the classics! His goal is to destroy all the characters in what is called the 'ideaverse' to retro-kiDeadpool (DP) continues to carve his way through the classics! His goal is to destroy all the characters in what is called the 'ideaverse' to retro-kill everyone in the MU! For example: Mowgli = Ka-Zar (or Tarzan for that matter). Kill Mowgli and Ka-Zar never exists! Very demented concept that only makes sense because DP is at the center of it! ...more
Poor Tom Sawyer...one minute you are painting a fence white and the next minute...your blood is all over it! Really like the high octane insanity of tPoor Tom Sawyer...one minute you are painting a fence white and the next minute...your blood is all over it! Really like the high octane insanity of this series! Just when you think things could not get any worse you have to take a step back and see the bigger picture - in a universe where essence and existence are confused there is no exit!...more
What would you get if you took LSD and decided to read H.P. Lovecraft for days without sleeping? Something very close to this! Really fantastically hoWhat would you get if you took LSD and decided to read H.P. Lovecraft for days without sleeping? Something very close to this! Really fantastically horrible images that will stay with you for quite awhile. This wordless book would be a great coffee table book for Halloween, can see a drinking game based on it!...more
Not even going to try to explain this...all you need to do is go with it... Deadpool (DP) is killing all the characters of classic literature! Don QuiNot even going to try to explain this...all you need to do is go with it... Deadpool (DP) is killing all the characters of classic literature! Don Quixote and Moby Dick are the first two to fall to DP 'metacide' - but they will not be the last! Extremely violent - but that kind of goes without saying when you have DP involved!...more
My comic friends have been telling me to pick this book up for some time. I have a rule: if more than three of my comic 'inner circle' recommends the My comic friends have been telling me to pick this book up for some time. I have a rule: if more than three of my comic 'inner circle' recommends the same book then I 'bump' it up on my TBR list. This book looks promising; a dystopian theocratic government in the future where virtual reality is used as a weapon. Adult situations and graphic violence....more
I had no idea how many fashion designers were influenced by Barbie! This book looks at all the costumes Margot Robbie (MR) wore as she did her 'BarbieI had no idea how many fashion designers were influenced by Barbie! This book looks at all the costumes Margot Robbie (MR) wore as she did her 'Barbie tour' around the world in support of the movie. I am not a fashion guy, but I think it was a stroke of genius to do this publicity blitz! Plus I learned what 'mules' are - you learn something new everyday!...more
Three tales that examine the darkness within. A werewolf comes to terms with old age, a physiatrist is lost in a city where giant spiders seem ready tThree tales that examine the darkness within. A werewolf comes to terms with old age, a physiatrist is lost in a city where giant spiders seem ready to pounce on him, a cabaret act in Berlin in 1930 features a strange tiger taming act with Hitler watching. Thought provoking nd disturbing, surreal yet very relatable. ...more
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