Palestine

Author: Joe Sacco

Publication: Seattle, WA: Fantagraphics Books

Pub. Date: 2001

ISBN: 156097432X

Pages: 285

Summary: This graphic novel is part travelogue, part investigative journalism. It tells the story of Sacco's visit to the Occupied Territories of Israel in 1991. His interviews with Palestinians from various towns and refugee camps describe what daily life is like in Palestine.

Major Characters: Joe Sacco

Comments: This is a very emotionally charged book. It is filled with tales of injustices done to the Palestinians and graphic accounts of torture. Naturally, it is heavily biased. No matter which side of the Israeli/Palestinian dispute you support, you'll soon find yourself thinking of the Israelis as monsters. Sacco's black and white drawings are highly detailed and his characters are filled with personality. Although the book is difficult emotionally to read, it is a real eye-opener. It is worth it to read the book just to learn about a segment of society that one rarely hears about in a positive light. Palestine won the American Book Award in 1996. Note: Contains strong language.

Genre: History / Politics

Format: Graphic novel

Age Level: 16+

Rating: 4/5