Theo Ellsworth je umělec a vypravěč, který se sám naučil umění a vyrůstal v horách Montany. Své umění rozvíjel během svých cest po Spojených státech. Nevyšší zálibu nachází v mracích, monstrech, stromech a nemožných předmětech. Jeho mysl je plná fantastických nápadů, přesto si zachovává zdání příčetnosti. Věnuje se tvorbě komiksů, autorských zineů a imaginárních jevů a spoluzaložil galerii Pony Club. Svůj styl pohání neobyčejnou imaginací a fascinací neobvyklým.
Combining autobiographical elements with rich mythology, this special edition of a beloved classic offers a unique and visually stunning experience. The narrative weaves personal reflections with imaginative storytelling, creating a profound exploration of human capacity and creativity. Readers can expect a blend of introspective insights and captivating illustrations that enhance the overall beauty of the work.
"An urgent (and often very funny) attempt to explain a coocoo-rococo cosmology made up of garbled fragments of role-playing games, Transformers episodes, relaxation exercises and horror movies."— The New York Times The final chapter of this epic trilogy finds our hero, Izadore, awoken with his mind, body and soul reunited. The last Monks of the Imaginary Man lead him beyond Toy Mountain to discover the true nature of the relationship between imagination and reality. Not simply concluding the relentless, psychedelic plot, The Understanding Monster—Book Three explains how our creativity re-shapes our world, how we can overcome doubt through self-actualization.
An epic journey unfolds as a diverse cast of characters embarks on a quest to reunite Izadore with his body. This narrative explores themes of creativity and the human spirit, highlighting the challenges and adventures faced along the way. Each character brings unique perspectives and strengths, contributing to the overarching mission and the exploration of identity and existence.
Features the artist's hand-painted, colorful artwork in a trilogy describing a hero's journey.
An uncanny and eye-opening journey into a mysterious building, adapted from a short story by Jeff VanderMeer