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A graphic novel from the author of the beloved children''s classic Corduroy

Published in the centennial year of Don Freeman''s birth, Skitzy follows a day in the life of a man literally divided between life as an office worker and life as an artist. Without the use of dialogue, his fluid and economical illustrations create an engrossing and fully believable environment, seducing the reader into a familiar world where expressive, gestural drawings explore the possibility of striking a perfect balance between work and play.

Floyd W. Skitzafroid''s wife worries that he is culture-starved and overworked, but she is only half right. Shortly after he leaves the house, Floyd splits into two: one a carefree artist, the other a grumpy worker with no time to spare. The contented Floyd quickly evades his morose counterpart in favor of a trip to his studio, sporting a broad grin throughout the day. But while this half paints and walks around pleasantly greetin

Skitzy The Story of Floyd W Skitzafroid

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A graphic novel from the author of the beloved children''s classic CorduroyPublished in the centennial year of Don Freeman''s birth,... Read more

    Publisher: Drawn and Quarterly
    Publication Date: 3/5/2009
    ISBN13: 9781897299586, 978-1897299586
    ISBN10: 1897299583

    Fiction , Graphic Novels & Manga

    Description

    A graphic novel from the author of the beloved children''s classic Corduroy

    Published in the centennial year of Don Freeman''s birth, Skitzy follows a day in the life of a man literally divided between life as an office worker and life as an artist. Without the use of dialogue, his fluid and economical illustrations create an engrossing and fully believable environment, seducing the reader into a familiar world where expressive, gestural drawings explore the possibility of striking a perfect balance between work and play.

    Floyd W. Skitzafroid''s wife worries that he is culture-starved and overworked, but she is only half right. Shortly after he leaves the house, Floyd splits into two: one a carefree artist, the other a grumpy worker with no time to spare. The contented Floyd quickly evades his morose counterpart in favor of a trip to his studio, sporting a broad grin throughout the day. But while this half paints and walks around pleasantly greetin

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