In 1957, Editorial Bruguera was one of Spain's largest publishing houses, putting out hugely popular weekly magazines and comics for young and old -- while retaining all rights and creative control of their artists' work. Spanish comics superstar Paco Roca investigates the true story of five cartoonists who, spurred by poor working conditions, arbitrary editorial edicts, and nationwide dictatorial rule, went on a quest for creative freedom. Little did they know that the corporation had begun actively trying to thwart their distribution and publishing efforts, turning their battle into a real-life David and Goliath tale. The Winter of the Cartoonist provides historical context and short profiles of these artists as they serve as everyday heroes for all of those who have chased a dream, no matter how high the obstacles that stand in front of them.

Author: Paco Roca
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Fantagraphics Books
Published: 08/04/2020
Pages: 128
Weight: 1.15lbs
Size: 9.50h x 6.80w x 0.60d
ISBN: 9781683963240
Audience: Young Adult


Review Citation(s):
Library Journal 02/01/2020 pg. 75
Publishers Weekly 05/04/2020
Booklist 09/01/2020 pg. 68

About the Author
Roca, Paco: - Paco Roca (Francisco Martínez Roca) is a graphic artist and a cartoonist from Valencia, Spain, who has won several art/writing awards. His graphic novel Wrinkles has been adapted into an animated movie.