Wicked
repelling : The Graphic Novel Part I : An Enchanting Graphic Novelization of the Inspiration for the Major Motion Picturetakes Gregory Maguire ’s unforgettable narration and open it a visual twist ingraphic novel format , as adapted and illustrate by Scott Hampton . The story stay reproducible with the 1995 novel , redefining darling reference such as Elphaba and Glinda with eye - catching artistic production , as seen on the gorgeous cover .
Wickedis presently more popular than it ’s ever been before , and fans who require to see more of Elphaba wo n’t need to miss this breathless adaption ahead ofWicked : For Good ’s sack next yr .
The Original Wicked Story Receives a Stunning Graphic Novel Adaptation
Gregory Maguire’s Enchanting Tale Has Been Beautifully Re-Imagined
unholy : The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the Westwas spell by Gregory Maguire as his own subversive take on the backstory of theWicked Witchand Glinda the Good Witch fromThe Wizard of Oz , and the moving picture has since brought attention to the story following its melodic reinvention on Broadway . Now , the tale has once again been apply new life sentence through Scott Hampton ’s graphic novel , published by William Morrow Paperbacks . This comic follow the same plot of land beats , and it adheres to Maguire ’s visual modality more close than the melodic adjustment do .
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While the melodious and the motion-picture show ’s version of that musical bring more levity toElphaba ’s fourth dimension at Shiz , the novel is far dark-skinned , and Hampton depicts that tone masterfully with his art . TheWickedmusicals are full of shiny and capricious flair , whereas the graphic novel retain a more subdued - yet no less fantastical - ocular manner that better suits the source material as it tackles musical theme of racism and terrorism . Those who enjoyed theWickedmovie but have n’t yet experienced Maguire ’s initial body of work would benefit from giving this comic a try , as it take that ripe write up and make it more accessible to readers .
Wicked Is Entering the World of Comics Thanks to the Film’s Success
Wicked’s New Graphic Novel Is a Perfect Adaptation of the Original Story
As beloved as the melodious is - particularly the film version , as it has helpedWickedreach unprecedented level of popularity among the mainstream audience - it ’s tonic to see an adaptation of Maguire ’s work that maintains its sullen tone and does n’t shy aside from the heavy themes at play . Comics have proven to be the ideal medium to reach this , as art offers boundless possibilities to bringElphaba ’s sorcerous endeavorsto living . It ’s about timeWickedunderwent the comical makeover it merit , and this first graphic novel in the series marks the kickoff of a groundbreaking adaptation .
Wicked : The Graphic Novel Part I : An Enchanting Graphic Novelization of the Inspiration for the Major Motion Pictureis available now from William Morrow Paperbacks .
Summary
The Wicked franchise is based on the 1995 novel Wicked : The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West by Gregory Maguire . It explore the untold story of Elphaba , the misunderstood green - skinned girlfriend who would later become known as the Wicked Witch of the West , and her complicated friendship with Glinda , the Good Witch . The franchise began as a highly successful Broadway melodious and has since extend into global leg productions , a extroverted two - part film adaptation , and various other medium .
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Custom Image by Max Ruscinski
Custom Image by Max Ruscinski
