Trotsky a graphic biography organizer

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From Publishers Weekly

A principle architect and hero of the Russian Revolution, then a pariah and exile under Stalin, Leon Trotsky, born Lev Davidovich Bronstein, is a perpetually controversial figure, which makes the tameness of this graphic biography so disconcerting.

Geary does a good job treating a touchy subject objectively, but that objectivity is detrimental in the long run: there is no context or commentary, no point of view, and while none of the facts and philosophies behind the Russian revolution are hidden, it is all relatively passionless. The text is basically a verbose time line, reinforcing the feeling that this book is a sort of supplement for some unseen history textbook.

The primary customers for this book will be Geary's fans, and they won't be disappointed. Best known for his ongoing series of graphic novels looking at famed murders, here he recreates Russia of the period in his own distinct style.

Trotsky a graphic biography organizer examples Excellent introduction to this important thinker But there was a reason the Russian Revolution happened, there were ideals behind it, and there are lessons to be learned in what went wrong. As goodreader "ANDREW" says for a different title what is true for all of Geary's MANY historical works: "Geary simply lays out the facts through his writing and art, rarely editorializing or sensationalizing or imposing an overt opinion or point of view. Although my attention drifted from the pages several times while reading this book was overall interesting.

It's instantly recognizable while never distracting; detailed, but not cluttered. Occasional flights of fancy, like his portraits of Trotsky done in the style of negative and positive propaganda posters, are wonderful, and the book suffers from not having more like them. (Sept.)
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From School Library Journal

Grade 10 Up–Geary leads readers chronologically through Trotsky's exile by Tsarist Russia, his instrumental part in the Bolshevik Revolution, and his varied roles in foreign affairs during World War I and as leader of the Red Army during a civil war. A key theme is Trotsky's back and forth and back again relationship with Lenin.

Trotsky a graphic biography organizer Highly recommended. That was the most shocking and interesting thing I've learned this year. There's surely quite a bit more to Trotsky's story that can fit in these pages, but Geary does a remarkable job of giving us the essence of the man without attempting to construct a comprehensive biography. If you want a read on the same topic try Petrograd, instead.

Lenin's death in left a void for power-hungry Stalin to seize control and eventually force Trotsky into political exile. He met his death by a Stalinist assassin. Geary's familiar cartoonlike drawing style and factual presentation make this title an accessible and concise introduction to Trotsky's life.–Matthew L.

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Review

“A concise and powerful overview of one of the twentieth century's most influential people.” ―Michael Lorah,

“Rick Geary deftly reclaims Trotsky for the middle class .

. . Geary doesn't shy away from quoting Trotsky's writings that were pro-revolutionary and pro-violent uprising, but the book projects a sympathetic view of its starring character.” ―Suzi Steffen, Eugene Weekly

“Geary's familiar cartoonlike drawing style and factual presentation make this title an accessible and concise introduction to Trotsky's life.” ―Matthew L.

Moffett, School Library Journal

“A swift-moving, generally accurate view of Trotsky's life, guaranteed to send orthodox Stalinists into fits.” ―Kirkus Reviews

“An ace at history in comics form, Geary turns here to the Russian revolution as seen through the life of Leon Trotsky.” ―Steve Weinberg, Booklist

About the Author

Rick Geary is one of the most celebrated and widely recognized artists working in comics today.

Trotsky a graphic biography organizer printable Next slide of product details. The Russian Revolution is complicated, and understanding the lives of its major figures is equally complicated. But some hidden reserve of nervous energy would come to the surface. While most of the pictures are dramatic in nature showing one or more characters, about half portraying Trotsky, there are enough of symbols "The pendulum swings" , landscapes, urban scenes, maps, and other objects to avoid visual redundancy and provide appropriate, suggestive visuals for the ideas conveyed in the text.

He started his career at The National Lampoon where he drew for 13 years. His graphic novels include adaptations for CLASSICS ILLUSTRATED and the nine-volume series A TREASURY OF VICTORIAN MURDER for NBM Publishing. A new series A TREASURY OF 20th CENTURY MURDER began in with “The Lindbergh Child” and was followed by ’s “The Famous Players” and ’s “The Ax-Man of New Orleans,” all of which were Junior Library Guild selections.

The series has sold over , copies. He lives and works in Carrizozo, New Mexico.

Andrew Helfer has written everything from Batman to Malcolm X: A Graphic Biography.