Fante Bukowski, a "writer's writer" that no writer's ever read, must overcome no actual talent to gain the respect and adoration of critics and, more importantly, his father. The Complete Works of Fante Bukowski assembles all three volumes of Noah Van Sciver's Award-nominated series. This omnibus collection also includes an introduction by novelist Ryan Boudinot (Blueprints of the Afterlife), a facsimile reproduction of Bukowski's notorious self-published zine, 6 Poems, a works cited section, and many other surprises!
In total, The Complete Works of Fante Bukowski is less the condemnation of the type of writer for whom Fante is a caricature and more a manifesto of artistic anxieties filtered through long-form gag strips. It's a book that successfully uses an Idiot Hero to poke fun at"and low-key sing the praises of"the truly foolish artistic pursuits. Read Full Review
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