Graphic Classics, Vol. 2: Arthur Conan Doyle, Second Edition [Paperback]

Arthur Conan Doyle (Author), Antonella Caputo (Author), Rod Lott (Author), Simon Gane (Author), Milton Knight (Author), Nick Miller (Author), Rick Geary (Author), Roger Langridge (Author), J. B. Bonivert (Author), John Pierard (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 15, 2005

Graphic Classics: Arthur Conan Doyle is completely revised, with over a hundred pages of new material. New to this edition are comics adaptations of Sherlock Holmes in "The Adventure of the Engineer's Thumb" by Rod Lott and Simon Gane, and Brigadier Gerard in "The Castle of Gloom" by Antonella Caputo and Nick Miller. Plus Doyle's fearsome pirate "Captain Sharkey", illustrated by John W. Pierard, "The Ghosts of Goresthorpe Grange" by Peter Gullerud, and "The Great Brown-Pericord Motor" by Milton Knight. Returning from the first edition are Sherlock Holmes in "The Copper Beeches" by Rick Geary, and stories illustrated by Roger Langridge and J.B. Bonivert. With a new cover by Rick Geary.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 8 Up–Doyle's prose and poetry are brought to life in this exciting volume. It has some overlap from the first volume (Eureka, 2002), but also includes some truly outstanding new tales. In The Ghosts of Goresthorpe Grange, a man believes that his house is occupied by spirits and seeks out the help of a medium. Ultimately, he is drugged and swindled, and the dreamlike style of the art reinforces this mood. In Two Great Brown-Pericord Motor, two men create an invention and become fiercely jealous and protective of it, until disaster erupts. This volume also contains two Sherlock Holmes stories and thrilling tales of sea adventures. Though each one is illustrated by a different artist, the writing ties the collection together nicely. Unlike the earlier volume, this one utilizes a consistent comic format throughout. The artists have deftly captured the themes and moods of each piece in the black-and-white illustrations done in a wide range of styles and techniques. This assortment of tales may attract new readers to Doyle's work.–Jennifer Feigelman, Plattekill Public Library, Modena, NY
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Gr. 8-11. This new edition offers not only a greater range of Doyle's output but also more cartoonists to interpret the writing. Yes, Holmes is here: Rick Geary delivers an image-driven retelling of "The Copper Beeches" and Rod Lott and Simon Gane take on Holmes in "The Adventure of the Engineer's Thumb." But Doyle wrote a lot besides detective stories: J. B. Bonivert offers an adaptation of the author's sf story "The Los Amigos Fiasco"; Peter Gullerud and Pomplun rework "The Ghosts of Goresthorpe Grange"; and Pomplun takes on "Sharkey," a tale about pirates. Roger Langridge, Milton Knight, Antonella Caputo, and Nick Miller are also among the contributors to this black-and-white collection, which showcases as many drawing styles as story types. An excellent book, recommended for most high-school collections, even those with the first edition. Francisca Goldsmith
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Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Eureka Productions; 2nd edition (November 15, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0974664855
• ISBN-13: 978-0974664859
• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 6.8 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
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5.0 out of 5 stars New Doyle adaptations in an updated edition, March 9, 2006

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Zack Davisson "japanreviewed" (Seattle, WA, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Graphic Classics, Vol. 2: Arthur Conan Doyle, Second Edition (Paperback)

A new edition, "Graphic Classics: Arthur Conan Doyle" is updated and revised, with five new stories adapted in the Graphic Classics style. As with the previous release, several different illustrators adapt and interpret some of Doyle's most famous stories and creations, as well as a few lesser known gems.

This second edition is less Sherlock Holmes heavy, containing only two adaptations of the Great Detective. Also removed is the lengthy "The Lost World," which allows for room for more short stories. Still missing is an adaptation of Doyle's mummy tale "Lot 249," but overall, I prefer this version to the previous release.

Included are:

A Parable - A clever little allegory about cheese mites debating where cheese comes from.

The Adventure of the Copper Beeches - Returning from the first edition, a fascinating Sherlock Holmes adventure well-adapted by Rick Geary.

Captain Sharkey - A brutal Pirate adventure, with an illustration style that fully plays to the strengths of the story.

The Los Amigos Fiasco - Possibly the best tale from the first edition, an amusing tale of an Electric Chair gone wrong, with a complimenting visual style. Very funny!

Master - A touching, short poem.

The Great Brown-Pericord Motor - Milton Knight adapts this amusing tale of greed and invention in his usual comic style.

How the Brigadier Came to the Castle of Gloom - Introduced in "Graphic Classics: Adventure Classics," one of Doyle's comedic characters, Brigadier Gerard, returns in a tall tale of romance and daring do.

The Adventure of the Engineer's Thumb - A new Holmes adaptation, brilliantly illustrated by Simon Gane. More please.

The Ghosts of Goresthorpe Grange - An unusual ghost story of a man who buys an ancestral mansion and is disappointed to find that it is not haunted. What is the use of an ancient castle with no ghost?

3.0 out of 5 stars Grab-bag of Arthur Conan Doyle Writings - Revised Edition!, March 29, 2010

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Michael OConnor "Wordsmith" (Wausau, WI USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Graphic Classics, Vol. 2: Arthur Conan Doyle, Second Edition (Paperback)

'Graphic Classics' Volume 2 Second Edition (2005) is a revised version of 'Rosebud Graphic Classics' Issue 2 published in 2002. So, readers are looking at a new publisher, a new mix of stories and a new price, $11.95 vs. $9.95. On balance, I can't say the new version is an improvement.

The 2005 edition drops two Holmes stories found in Version 1, substituting instead 'The Adventure of the Engineer's Thumb.' I found Simon Gane's 'Thumb' artwork off-putting. The Professor Challenger story in Version 1 is likewise replaced but, in this case, by a rousing, nicely-done Brigadier Gerard adventure. Another new story, the brutal 'Captain Sharkey' tale, is likewise nicely captured by J. W. Pierard's dark and disturbing artwork. Two more 'new adds' didn't trip my trigger. 'The Great Brown-Pericord Motor' artwork was too cartoonish for my tastes and the narrative of 'The Ghosts of Goresthorpe Grange' was overwhelmed by the way-too-busy artwork by Peter Gullerud. I hated J. B. Bonivert's artwork for 'The Los Amigos Fiasco' and 'Death by Electrocution' in the 2002 edition so, naturally, the editors included both in the 2005 revision!

All in all, the 2005 edition is a very mixed bag. Some hits, too many misses. Your call, folks.

5.0 out of 5 stars Surprise X-mas gift, January 9, 2010

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Kirsten Weinoldt "coracao brasileiro" (West Boylston, MA United States) - See all my reviews
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