The definitive graphic novel adaptations of Bram Stoker’s DRACULA and Mary Shelley’s FRANKENSTEIN by artist Georges Bess
From Magnetic Press - The definitive graphic novel adaptations of Bram Stoker’s DRACULA and Mary Shelley’s FRANKENSTEIN by artist Georges Bess
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Renowned graphic novel and art book publisher Magnetic Press has announced the upcoming premiere of two classic horror novel adaptations by celebrated illustrator Georges Bess: Bram Stoker’s DRACULA and Mary Shelley’s FRANKENSTEIN. Faithfully drawn from the original classic text, these premium, oversized artist’s edition hardcovers will recount these two genre-defining tales in lush pencil and ink illustration by one of Europe’s most revered graphic novelists.
Known internationally for his extensive body of work with notorious writer and director Alejandro Jodorowsky at the height of the European comics renaissance of the ‘70s and ‘80s, Bess established himself as a premiere visionary and stylistic chameleon. His illustrative talent and improvisational instinct set him apart among peers such as Jean “Moebius” Giraud, Philippe Druillet, Milo Minara, and Claire Wendling. Now, after nearly 50 years of celebrated, award-winning titles and gallery expositions, he turns his brush to representing two of the world’s most recognized horror classics, DRACULA and FRANKENSTEIN.
Each 9x12” hardcover volume will present the artist’s evocative and detailed artwork in its purest, untouched form allowing the inks and lines of his process to shine through. At over 200 pages each, these adaptations adhere to the original novels’ structure, pulling directly from Stoker and Shelley’s original texts as often as possible. DRACULA’s 224-page presentation even includes Stoker’s original first chapter, removed from the classic’s first publication, but published posthumously as the short story Dracula’s Guest.
These gallery-quality volumes will feature metallic foil elements on linen-textured covers to further capture the tactile canvas and artboard presentation.
“George Bess is one of Europe’s great graphic novel masters,” says Mike Kennedy, Magnetic Press’s Publisher. “His work was amazing 50 years ago, and now, after decades of constant refinement, it has become nothing short of sublime. His interpretation of these two classic horror tales is perfectly depicted in a style that is both classical and modern at the same time. These truly are the finest graphic novel adaptations of these two classics you will find, and we’re excited to present them in the finest quality premium format available.”
This graphic novel double feature is being offered for pre-order exclusively through Backerkit in a campaign launching on Tuesday, April 25th at 10am CST. Various campaign-exclusives will be showcased, not the least of which is the limited-edition Slipcase Boxed Set of both books, which will only be offered through this campaign. Featuring blood-red foil design elements, linen textured graining, a coffin-shaped die-cut window, and an exclusive numbered bookplate, this deluxe edition will only be available through this campaign. Other exclusive items and stretch goals will be revealed throughout the campaign.
Interested readers and fans are encouraged to visit https://www.backerkit.com/call_to_action/d2296a7f-4080-4372-985a-dc19a8d95833/landing and pre-register to receive a limited edition linen cardstock art print by Georges Bess for FREE with their pledge.
The limited pre-order campaign will run for 18 days on Backerkit, ending May 14th at 5pm CST. Books are expected to ship to backers and bookstores in late September, a perfect lead into Halloween.
