rmgebhardt's review against another edition
5.0
It's rare that a story, regardless of medium, finds a way to connect with me in such a way that I feel like I know something more about myself by having read and experienced it. Daytripper successfully explores the nature of existence through the life of one relatively average man, via quiet, introspective moments that resonate with more volume that any individual scene conveys. As we see Bras repeated deaths at different points in his life, we see the impact that it brings to those around him. We see that death is not just an ending, but a catalyst that creates ripples through the circles that we touch.
I know this probably sounds like this geared towards pot-smoking college philosophy students, but it really is something much more. It is touching and emotional, as well as philosophical and introspective.
I know this probably sounds like this geared towards pot-smoking college philosophy students, but it really is something much more. It is touching and emotional, as well as philosophical and introspective.
laynescherer's review against another edition
4.0
Lovely art work and vignettes about the components of life.
nednewbi3's review against another edition
5.0
Poor Brás, he's the Brazilian Kenny, dies all the time
xosharkc's review against another edition
3.5
3.74 - Average
Contains beautiful art that illustrates a relaxing, well-paced story. The ending provided closure and the last sentence confirmed my feelings toward my father's inevitable passing.
Contains beautiful art that illustrates a relaxing, well-paced story. The ending provided closure and the last sentence confirmed my feelings toward my father's inevitable passing.
ablotial's review against another edition
4.0
I've read a bunch of books recently that explored the theme of "what if?" or alternate endings for stories based on the choices the characters made. In a way, this graphic novel fit that theme, although the different endings didn't really come about due to choices by the main character. Instead, it was more about appreciating what you have in life because you never know what moment might be your last. I guess in that way it is a little like [b:Life After Life|15790842|Life After Life|Kate Atkinson|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1358173808s/15790842.jpg|21443207], except Bras doesn't start over at the beginning and get to try again. He "dies" at the end of each chapter, and chapters which show him at a later age make no reference to this, nor do they show an alternate sequence of events. My only real complaint is that the chapters are not in chronological order, and I couldn't find any significance in the order chosen by the authors.
The book is beautifully drawn and the message is poignant. I'd recommend it to anyone who likes this genre.
The book is beautifully drawn and the message is poignant. I'd recommend it to anyone who likes this genre.
readindigo's review against another edition
4.0
The art work was perfect. The story was good but not an all time favorite.
nglofile's review against another edition
5.0
"It's a story about death."
"Death?"
"It's really about life...but death has a big part in it."
That character exchange encapsulates this work far better than I will. It's a difficult premise to describe, and even if you find a way to articulate, it doesn't do it justice. The ethereal, meditative nature of the story needs to be experienced.
The person who put it into my hands had love for the work shining out of his eyes as heintroduced gushed about it, and that made an amazing impression. Still, he was a stranger, and who's to say our reactions would be similar? Well, now I can.
As readers, we move back and forth within a man's life, seeing key experiences and what might have led to his death. It's fantastical and heart-wrenching, but not depressing. One might even say that it's surprisingly uplifting. The play of the magical realism elements quickly teaches us that we don't know what's true in this individual's life or even if that will ever be revealed. Instead, we soak in moments at different ages and see for ourselves how those moments are thrown into relief if they actually were among his last. Other characters move in and out of frame, but each makes a singular impression that makes them immediately known upon re-entry. This isn't maudlin or manipulative; rather, it's exploratory. Evocative. Beautiful.
The art technique is equally exceptional, with variations introduced to best enhance the scenes. For example, the chapters that concern him as a child have cartoon-like inflections to convey youth and innocence. Others are darker in color palette or more crowded. As a whole there is definitive coherence, but it is also something that can be imbibed in episodic portions. The introductory images for each chapter have dreamlike compositions portrayed with more of a painterly style. This serves not only as transition and preview but also as thematic signpost.
The author note mentions that the creators "like their coffee black, with no sugar, so that the taste is strong and memorable. They believe stories should taste equally strong and be just as memorable." Love!
This is art. This is literature. It won't let me go, nor do I want it to.
"Death?"
"It's really about life...but death has a big part in it."
That character exchange encapsulates this work far better than I will. It's a difficult premise to describe, and even if you find a way to articulate, it doesn't do it justice. The ethereal, meditative nature of the story needs to be experienced.
The person who put it into my hands had love for the work shining out of his eyes as he
As readers, we move back and forth within a man's life, seeing key experiences and what might have led to his death. It's fantastical and heart-wrenching, but not depressing. One might even say that it's surprisingly uplifting. The play of the magical realism elements quickly teaches us that we don't know what's true in this individual's life or even if that will ever be revealed. Instead, we soak in moments at different ages and see for ourselves how those moments are thrown into relief if they actually were among his last. Other characters move in and out of frame, but each makes a singular impression that makes them immediately known upon re-entry. This isn't maudlin or manipulative; rather, it's exploratory. Evocative. Beautiful.
The art technique is equally exceptional, with variations introduced to best enhance the scenes. For example, the chapters that concern him as a child have cartoon-like inflections to convey youth and innocence. Others are darker in color palette or more crowded. As a whole there is definitive coherence, but it is also something that can be imbibed in episodic portions. The introductory images for each chapter have dreamlike compositions portrayed with more of a painterly style. This serves not only as transition and preview but also as thematic signpost.
The author note mentions that the creators "like their coffee black, with no sugar, so that the taste is strong and memorable. They believe stories should taste equally strong and be just as memorable." Love!
This is art. This is literature. It won't let me go, nor do I want it to.
bbboeken's review against another edition
5.0
So, what is life all about? Dit stripverhaal is een tranche de vie, maar dan van een heel leven en niet van een momentum, terwijl dat eigenlijk hetzelfde is. (Ik ben altijd bang om iets vijf sterren te geven, maar hier is het wel gerechtvaardigd, denk ik.)
theryanexpress86's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
5.0
dcygler's review against another edition
5.0
id rate it 500 stars if i could. i found this book incredibly important and i recommend it to anyone and everyone