ElfQuest, wolfrider

Format:

Book

Title:

ElfQuest, wolfrider

Other title(s):

Wolfrider

Author:

Pini, Wendy.

ISBN:

9781401201319

9781401201326

Publication Information:

Physical Description:

volumes <1-2> : chiefly illustrations ; 19 cm.

Series title(s):

Wolfrider ;

Number in series:

V. 1.

General Note:

Originally published as individual issues of various titles.

Summary:

On a planet where elves, humans, and trolls have lived for millions of years, conflict arises on a grand scale when Bearclaw, the tenth chief of the Wolfriders, confronts a new human settlement near an elf camp.

Subject(s):

Genre:

Comics (Graphic works)

Fiction.

Added Author:

Pini, Richard.

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Library	Call Number	Status
Searching... Dallas Public Library	YA GRAPHIC - PINI v.1	Searching... Unknown
Searching... Willamina Public Library	YA PINI V.1	Searching... Unknown
Searching... Willamina Public Library	YA PINI V.2	Searching... Unknown

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Author Notes

Author and illustrator Wendy Pini was born in San Francisco in 1951. In 1969, Richard Pini read a letter written by Wendy Fletcher that had been published in The Silver Surfer comic book. They struck up a correspondence and married in 1972. She has created covers and illustrations for numerous publications including Galaxy Science Fiction, Galileo, Marvel Comics, and DC Comics. In 1978, they created Warp Graphics and the Elfquest series of comics, graphic novels, and prose works. Elfquest was one of the first independently published American comic series. In 1992, they started allowing other artists and writers to produce Elfquest stories. She also created two graphic novels based on the television show Beauty and the Beast.

(Bowker Author Biography)

Reviews (3)

School Library Journal Review

Adult/High School-Originally published in several installments of the series, this collection binds the episodes into a captivating, continuous story. The Wolfrider tribe has to overcome fear and misunderstanding as it comes into contact with a host of characters that includes trolls, humans, and the animals of the forests. The elves face moments of tragedy and victory. The black-and-white ink drawings are very detailed and expressive. The writers and artists have created an appealing setting and characters that will keep readers interested. Overall, this is a well-written book that comes from a very recognizable series.-Joel Bangilan, Houston Public Library, TX (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

Publisher's Weekly Review

Originally appearing in 1978, Elfquest broke new ground as a comics fantasy that mixed manga-influenced art with fantasy elements and an addictive, soap opera story line about brave, passionate elves trying to survive in a world beset with dangers. This volume collects stories from 1992 to 1998, featuring the elves against one of their toughest opponents ever: humankind. When humans make their new home near the elven holt, they mistake the new creatures for demons and believe their god wants them to annihilate the elves. This puts the humans in constant conflict with the elves, whose jovial teasing and trickery infuriate the humans. Luckily, the nimble elves have their wolf friends to help them escape and avoid the humans. But when the humans start poisoning the wolves and killing an increasing number of both the elf and wolf packs, things begin to look bleak. It appears as if this generation of Wolfriders may be the last. This edition's stories are drawn by a variety of artists, and creator Wendy Pini's are the most memorable, with their nuanced shadings and intricate detail. The writing, however, is consistently strong throughout. The writers weave an engrossing fantasy tale that should leave readers itching to see more. (Oct.) (c) Copyright PWxyz, LLC. All rights reserved

Library Journal Review

Manga-sized black-and-white collections of prequels to the main Elfquest story line (see the review of Elfquest Archives: Vol. 1 below for more information on DC's Elfquest reissue campaign). (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.