Love and Rockets by Gilbert, Jaime, and Mario Hernandez is one of the
greatest comic series ever created. However, running consistently for 40
years and encompassing a diverse array of characters, settings, and
cultural influences, this literary universe can be daunting to explore.
With Reading Love and Rockets, writer Marc Sobel offers an accessible
entry point into L&R, an invaluable resource to both new readers and
fans who want to deepen their understanding of the series.
Reading Love and Rockets hones in on the first 50 issues of the
series, tracking the evolution of the characters and storylines, as well
as the Hernandez Brothers' growth as artists and writers across this
15-year span of creation. Breaking down each issue in sequence, Sobel
blends together his own sharp-eyed observations with analysis from a
variety of scholars, critics, and fans to provide a well-rounded
perspective on the series. Plus, explorations into topics as
wide-ranging as magical realism, women's wrestling, and the Southern
California punk scene reveal the fascinating influences at the heart of
these stories. Readers daring enough to embark on this illuminating
journey through Palomar and Hoppers 13 will return with a richer
appreciation for this masterpiece of graphic literature. Luxuriously
illustrated throughout with scenes from the comic.
