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68 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 1997



if you want a good historical fiction with an unreliable narrator.





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The White Sultana will likely be categorized as an indulgence to two very beloved French comic artists/writers: Pierre Christin and Annie Goetzinger. Their pairing for this story is serendipidous: Goetzinger, known for her knowledge/love of fashion, perfectly captures this historical urban fantasy. North American audiences may be puzzled by this very French presentation - it is subtle, poignant, and very understated, without the 'Michael Bay' overwrought storylines we so often see these days. But at the same time, it does feel more like a pleasant appetizer rather than the 'full meal' most expect from a stand alone graphic novel story. Pierre has crafted a story about the fall of the British empire, as seen through Asia.