21: The Story Of Roberto Clemente

by Wilfred Santiago

Overview

This popular graphic biography of one of the most beloved baseball players of all time, Roberto Clemente, is now in paperback.

Now available for the first time in paperback, Wilfred Santiago’s instant classic 21: The Story of Roberto Clemente is a human drama of courage, faith, and dignity, inspired by the life of the acclaimed Pittsburgh Pirates baseball star who died too young. 21 chronicles Clemente’s life from his early days growing up, through the highlights of his career, capturing the grit of his rise from an impoverished Puerto Rican childhood to the majesty of his performance on the field, and to his fundamental decency off of it. Santiago’s inviting style combines realistic attention to detail and expressive cartooning to great effect.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781606997758
Publisher:	Fantagraphics Books
Publication date:	09/21/2014
Pages:	200
Sales rank:	1,054,524
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 7.70(h) x 0.60(d)
Age Range:	16 Years

About the Author

Wilfred Santiago was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico. He now lives in Chicago.

Editorial Reviews

"Santiago’s graphic novel captures the talent of Clemente the baseball player while also showcasing and illuminating the many simple and human qualities of the man that forged him into an honest and authentic hero. 21's complex yet accessible narrative and profound artwork make it a swift and affecting experience..."

Call to the Pen - Kyle Davis

"It’s not just the subject matter that’s a winner here. Santiago has a knack for simplicity in his storytelling approach, and in a medium that’s often beset by needless complexity, that’s a rare gift."

Four Colours & the Truth - Tim Reinert