Montague Terrace

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Dive into the eccentric world of **Montague Terrace**, a critically acclaimed graphic novel by Warren and Gary Pleece. More than just a building, it’s a vibrant, slightly surreal community teeming with quirky characters and interconnected stories. Experience the dark humor and emotional depth as you meet landlocked sailors, struggling entertainers, and forgotten pop stars, all under one roof. Praised for its unique blend of British charm and melancholic storytelling, Montague Terrace explores themes of loneliness, connection, and the search for meaning amidst the absurd. Think Wes Anderson meets graphic novel, with echoes of Chris Ware and Charles Burns, but with the Pleece brothers’ distinctly British sensibility. This beautifully illustrated edition from Jonathan Cape showcases the detailed artwork that brings this extraordinary building and its inhabitants to life. Perfect for fans of alternative comics and anyone who appreciates a character-driven narrative with a touch of the bizarre. Discover the secrets hidden within the walls of Montague Terrace!

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Meet the residents of Montague Terrace: landlocked sailors, fake pet psychics, hounded inventors and randy postmen, unsuccessful megalomaniacs, nervous magicians, and 1930s detectivesall under one roof
In Montague Terrace, nothing is quite what is seems. Within its boundaries live an array of strange and extraordinary residents, including Paul Gregory, self-exiled pop crooner holed up in his Montague hovel for close to 40 years, with only fading memories of a semi-successful music career and a bottle of JD for company. Mrs. Beatrice Green, codename Babushka, an aged former special ops agent fighting a new war against overzealous council officials. Marvo the Magic Bunny and Mystical Marvin, a pair of down-on-their luck entertainers, shielding a disturbing past. The Puppeteer, toiling away day and night, pulling the strings of world events and causing chaos out of order. Similar in tone to Black Hole, this book about an extraordinary address comes from legendary veteran graphic artists.

Dive into the wonderfully bizarre world of **Montague Terrace**, a captivating graphic novel by celebrated creators Warren Pleece and Gary Pleece. This isn't just a building; it's a microcosm of eccentric humanity, a breeding ground for the delightfully strange, and a sanctuary for the utterly unforgettable. Prepare to be charmed and slightly disturbed as you meet the unforgettable residents of this extraordinary address. Forget your ordinary neighbors; at Montague Terrace, you'll find an ensemble cast worthy of a Wes Anderson film adapted into graphic novel form. Imagine a landlocked sailor perpetually yearning for the sea, a "psychic" whose powers are as fake as her eyelashes, a gaggle of inventors forever on the brink of groundbreaking (or disastrous) discoveries, and a postman whose romantic endeavors are as relentless as his delivery route. And that's just the beginning! Among the residents of Montague Terrace are Paul Gregory, a once-famous pop crooner now a recluse haunted by faded glory and a bottle of Jack Daniel's; Mrs. Beatrice Green, codenamed Babushka, an elderly former special ops agent battling bureaucratic foes with the same fierce determination she once used against international spies. Be amazed by the down-on-their-luck entertainers Marvo the Magic Bunny and Mystical Marvin, a duo desperately trying to shield a disturbing past. Be careful to the man called the Puppeteer, toiling away day and night, pulling the strings of world events and causing chaos out of order. Warren and Gary Pleece, known for their distinctive artistic style and insightful character studies, have crafted a world that feels both familiar and utterly unique. Montague Terrace is more than just a collection of quirky characters; it's a poignant exploration of human connection, loneliness, and the search for meaning in a world that often feels absurd. The Pleece brothers build atmosphere into every panel, their art style is a love letter to classic cartooning while remaining distinctly modern. This beautifully illustrated edition from Jonathan Cape invites you to lose yourself in the intricate details of Montague Terrace, from the peeling wallpaper to the cluttered rooms that reflect the inner lives of its inhabitants. Fans of Daniel Clowes' *Ghost World* or Charles Burns' *Black Hole* will find themselves drawn to the dark humor, underlying melancholy, and striking visual style of *Montague Terrace*. But while there are thematic similarities, the Pleece brothers bring their own distinct vision and voice to this compelling graphic novel. *Montague Terrace* is a testament to the power of graphic storytelling, a celebration of the oddballs and outsiders who make life so interesting, and a reminder that even in the most peculiar corners of the world, there's always room for a little bit of magic. Order your copy today and discover the secrets hidden within the walls of Montague Terrace! Perfect for graphic novel enthusiasts, collectors of unique stories, and anyone who appreciates a good dose of the wonderfully weird.
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0224090623

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9780224090629

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168

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554

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Illustrated

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