Zed: Volume One [Hardcover]

Michel Gagne (Author, Artist)

Book Description

Collecting issues #1 through #4 of Michel Gagné's critically acclaimed series.

When Zed goes to planet Xandria to demonstrate his invention in front of the galaxy's hierarchy, something goes wrong, terribly wrong...

Meet a most unusual cast of characters including: Krah, the loudest band in the universe, Maxuss, a sadistic tyrant, Macku and his incredible spaceship, and our unlikely hero Zed who gets caught in a deadly chain of traumatic events. An intense sci-fi series that will make you laugh one second and shock you the next. Introduction by Brad Bird, director of The Iron Giant. Also features an early concepts gallery and a pin-up by Phil (First World) Bourassa.

Editorial Reviews

Review

...a fascinating read. -- Andrew Duncan, 4-color Review

So sad, so cute, so macabre. -- Rebecca Salek, Sequential Tart

There's someting incredibly appealing about Zed; his plight is troubling, his inherent goodness is moving, his suffering is poignant. -- Cliff Biggers, CSN

About the Author

Michel Gagné was born in Québec, Canada, in 1965. He studied animation at Sheridan College School of Visual Arts in Ontario, Canada.

In 1985, he began a highly successful career drawing characters and special effects for animated and live-action feature films. His 3 ½ minute independent short film, "Prelude to Eden", is a favorite among animation students and teachers, and has played in festivals throughout the world. Michel was honored by the International Animated Film Society, ASIFA-Hollywood, with four Annie Award nominations. He continues to design and consult on major motion pictures.

In addition to his film work, Michel has experimented in a variety of mediums including sculptures, paintings and mixed medias. His work continues to be exhibited in local galleries. Michel and his beloved wife created GAGNÉ International Press, in 1998. He's been writing, illustrating, and publishing books and comics ever since. Michel lives peacefully with his family in Southern California.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 104 pages
• Publisher: Gagne International (May 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0971905304
• ISBN-13: 978-0971905306
• Product Dimensions: 10.3 x 7.4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,626,447 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Michel Gagné was born in Québec, Canada. He studied animation at Sheridan College School of Visual Arts in Ontario, Canada and in 1985, began a highly successful artistic career.

Renowned for his unique vision, Michel has lent his talent to several animation companies, such as Don Bluth Studios, Warner Bros., Disney, Pixar, Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, etc. His creative work can be seen in over twenty feature films including "The Iron Giant", "Osmosis Jones" and "Ratatouille". His short films are favorites among animation students and teachers, and have played in festivals throughout the world. He was honored by the International Animated Film Society, ASIFA-Hollywood, with four Annie Award nominations. He continues to create animation, special effects and conceptual designs for companies all over the world.

Michel is also very active in the publishing world having written and illustrated over a dozen books, as well as several comics. His work has been published by DC Comics, Image Comics, Random House as well as Michel's own imprint, GAGNE International Press.

Among his other creative endeavors, Michel has experimented in a variety of projects in various media including video games, art shows (paintings, sculptures and mixed-media), trading card games, etc.

Simply put, Michel loves what he does!

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Incredibly dark story with beautiful artwork, December 12, 2004

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Rachel O'brien (Minneapolis, MN) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Zed: Volume One (Paperback)

I guess I'm writing this review mostly in the hopes that Mr. Gagne will read it and put out another volume because he has started something really fascinating with Zed and I want to see where it will go. This is the kind of story that draws you in with its style, grabs you with its sudden trauma and holds you with concern for its characters. Its combination of cuteness with horror make it almost haunting. I guess the only reason why I don't give it a fifth star is that it's left its audience dangling from its cliffhanger for so long. Please, please finish the story!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Gotta love it, December 27, 2003

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Matthew (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Zed: Volume One (Paperback)

I have Zed issues 1 through 4 but I had to have them all again in one entire book cause Zed is just that good. Funny, endearing and has heart. If you have all of them or even if you dont you should get a copy of volume one, your love it. Now I just cant wait for volume two.

1.0 out of 5 stars Don't believe the Hype!, April 2, 2008

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J. Michael Long "IPod Lover" (Charlotte, NC, The Good ol' US of A) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Zed: Volume One (Hardcover)

Meh....Not sure what all the hype is about with this book. Simplistic story and bland artwork. I'd say the artist was trying to appeal to children with his cartoonish style, but then every few pages you get this over the top gross scene of someone getting torn into bits with gore guts and blood. (it's all black gray and white). This is part one but I've really no interest in wasting my time with the 2nd part. Therer are too many great Graphic Novels out there, both mainstream Marvel and DC fare, plus indie stuff that is worth your time. this one isn't.