Sunday Trade: Copper

Copper by Kazu Kibuishi

Collecting the critically acclaimed webcomic in one handy volume. Copper is a young kid who goes around having adventures with his dog Fred. Or imagining they're on adventures. THe early strips seem to be intentionally unclear on that point. What isn't unclear is how gorgeous Kibuishi's art is or how clever his writing. Copper is a fun, somewhat nonsensical book that is a visual treat and a delight to allow oneself to be carried along by it. One that ends much too soon, leaving one wanting more of the pair's explorations...