Rodin

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Pub Date 15 Feb 2020 | Archive Date 18 Feb 2020
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This comics biography of one of the greatest sculptors who ever lived is brought to life by a collaboration with the Rodin Museum and includes a preface by its director. It views the artist's story through the eyes of the three women who shared his life, for good or for bad. One was his lifelong on-and-off companion, the other two his muses—one of whom was Camille Claudel, a well-recognized sculptor herself. Rodin’s work was revolutionary in conveying exceptional passion, transcending the stone. Here’s how that happened.

This comics biography of one of the greatest sculptors who ever lived is brought to life by a collaboration with the Rodin Museum and includes a preface by its director. It views the artist's...


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ISBN 9781681122410
PRICE $19.99 (USD)
PAGES 112

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I have never been a big fan of comics or graphic novels but recently discovered this little niche of biographies in the art form and really enjoy them. In less than 2 hours I can take in some art, learn a little about someone I before knew too little about and come away feeling that it was time well-spent.

This one details the life of Auguste Rodin and the three women he loved. I knew very little about Rodin outside knowing some of the art he created, so I was excited to learn more. It did not disappoint. The art is subtle and moody, giving me the feeling of old sepia photographs.

The book tells the story of his life from birth to death, and is divided into sections chronologically with an emphasis on the women in his life. This man was a philanderer who must have caused a lot of pain to these three women. I was surprised to learn that Rose stayed in his life for their entire lives and married him in the end. As a feminist woman in the 21st century I would have kicked him to the curb.

I love history and so a book that lets me explore a small moment in time is one I usually enjoy. I found the artwork to lend itself perfectly to the era, person and to the original art of Rodin. It felt like a loving tribute from one artist to another.

Thank you to Netgalley and to NBM Publishing for the digital ARC in exchange for my honest review.

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