Discover the groundbreaking graphic novel, 'The Structure Is Rotten, Comrade', where ambition meets chaos in a visually stunning narrative. This captivating tale follows the journey of Frunz™, a driven young architect whose passion for cement exceeds that of his own girlfriend. Striving to achieve legendary status, he grapples with the intense political landscape of post-Soviet Armenia, where his father, known as 'Mr. Cement', plays a dangerous game with corrupt autocrats in Yerevan. This 320-page hardcover graphic novel, published by W W Norton & Company in 2019, blends art and storytelling in a unique way, offering readers an insightful commentary on ambition, revolution, and the clash between dreamers and reality. The richly illustrated pages encapsulate the essence of architectural ambition while highlighting the unrest of the citizens rising against oppression. Perfect for fans of graphic novels, political narratives, and artistic storytelling, 'The Structure Is Rotten, Comrade' is a must-have addition to any collection. Not only does it provide a thrilling narrative, but it also serves as a reflection on contemporary societal issues. Enjoy free shipping on your order, and please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Note that once your purchase is made, it cannot be canceled. Grab your copy today to delve into this extraordinary story.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781683962151
Year: 2019
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 320


Description:
A man's arrogance and ambition collide with fraught politics and revolutionary zeal in a visually groundbreaking graphic novel.In this graphic novel, more in love with the alluring properties of cement than he is with his girlfriend, Frunz™s overriding ambition is to become the next legendary architect. If only life was that simple. His father, known as Mr. Cement, is a builder in bed with the autocrats who run Yerevan, the capital of post-Soviet Armenia. As father and son team up to transform the city into a post-modern mecca of Trumpian high-rises, outraged citizens rise up in Revolution against them and Yerevan™s corrupt regime.