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Best of American Splendor

Name: Best of American Splendor
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Book Synopsis: Experience the heartwarming all-American story of a crank and his comic book. What’s a file clerk from Cleveland doing with an Oscar nomination? How did a movie about Harvey Pekar win the Grand Jury Prize at the 2003 Sundance Film Festival? The story begins in 1976, when Harvey began publishing his autobiographical, slice-of-downtrodden-life comic book series American Splendor, illustrated by a who’s who of underground comic artists, including R. Crumb, Kevin Brown, Greg Budgett, Sean Carroll, Sue Cavey, Gary Dumm, Val Mayerik, and Gerry Shamray. After self-publishing American Splendor for nearly two decades under less than splendid conditions (and racking impressive accolades in the process), Harvey finally got a break when Dark Horse Comics took over the publication in the early 1990s. It was an opportunity for Harvey to reach a wider audience–which, as it turned out, included a few Hollywood types, too. (Who knew?) But that’s another story. . . . Now we are happy to bring you the Best of American Splendor, a collection of some of Harvey’s greatest work. Harvey Pekar has been compared to Theodore Dreiser, Fyodor Dostoevsky, and Lenny Bruce, but this collection is a true American original. Just like Harvey.

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Step into the captivating world of American Splendor with our exclusive collection of some of Harvey Pekar's greatest work. Dive into the heartwarming and authentic stories that have captured the attention of readers across the nation. From humble beginnings as a file clerk in Cleveland to receiving prestigious accolades and even an Oscar nomination, Harvey's journey is truly inspiring.

Immerse yourself in the raw and genuine storytelling that has earned Harvey Pekar comparisons to literary greats like Theodore Dreiser and Fyodor Dostoevsky. With illustrations by a talented lineup of underground comic artists, including R. Crumb and Kevin Brown, each page of American Splendor breathes life into Harvey's unique and relatable experiences.

Experience the Grand Jury Prize-winning tale that took the 2003 Sundance Film Festival by storm. Discover the charm and wit of a comic book that transcends its medium to touch the hearts of readers young and old. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to Harvey Pekar's work, the Best of American Splendor is a must-have addition to your collection.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to own a piece of American literary history. Order your copy of the Best of American Splendor today and delve into the world of Harvey Pekar like never before.

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