From Hell | 
So, I am not #DNF this one, but I don't foresee myself picking it up and browsing through it in any definite timeline. It is good, and I am enjoying it, but physically, it's difficult to read (the typeface is hard on my eyes). So, I feel it's not a “relaxing/fun“ read for me right now. It will stay near my bed though, so I do plan on getting to it eventually.
Today‘s prompt of #killer reminded of this work by Alan Moore, which is a fictionalized account of the Whitechapel murders in Victorian England.
#Scarathlon #teammonstermash #scarathlondailyprompt @StayCurious
I‘m creeping along through my FROM HELL reread at a much slower pace than usual because I decided I‘d follow each chapter with the relevant notes instead of reading them in a glut at the end. They‘re dense and interesting, and I always get a kick out of Moore‘s little asides about how practically no one reads them. To be honest, I think I‘ll probably skip ‘em during Read #4, whenever that happens.
#BookCoverChallenge
Day 210.
Here I will note 365 books (or as many as I will have before I get tired) that have shaped my taste in literature. No explanations, no reviews. Just the cover of the book.
I do not challenge anyone. You are all welcome to take part.
pickIt took me some time to get into this, but eventually I was hooked. This is a dark, engrossing take on the Jack the Ripper murders. I can‘t say I loved it but it was unique and interesting!
#scarathlon #teamhendrix #bookspinbingo #spookoween #screamathon #wickedathon #littensdressedinblood
1) Hell yes! I‘ve been looking forward to it for a couple of months now! It‘s always fun to see what people are reading, watching, and how they‘re celebrating the season!
2) I‘ve been anxiously waiting for almost a whole year to read Alan Moore‘s From Hell…it looks wonderfully creepy!
Thanks for the tag @DarkMina
#two4Tuesday @TheSpineView
pickBizarre, difficult to follow and incredibly explicit, I loved this book so much more than I was expecting. I was holding my breath near the end for the conclusion. For a book so dense with history and conspiracy theories, this was incredibly gripping and easy to get through. I‘ve never been that obsessed with Jack the Ripper but now I‘m thinking i should read more about it!
#bookmail | A graphic novelization of Jack the Ripper + Shakespeare does Clueless does Jane Austen. It‘s the 25th anniversary of Clueless, y‘all. I feel old. 💕
pickOne of the great works of art from the 20th century, it weaves alternate theories about Jack The Ripper with ever-deepening layers of occultism and British history. Not that accessible for the “lay” reader; know your late Victorian history! Moore and Campbell are responsible in no small way for the “graphic novel” being considered as literature and high art. Amazing accomplishment and pretty damn ghastly. I‘m still spooked.
pickFINALLY.
Don't get me wrong, I really enjoyed this one, but it is... An absolute tome of a book. I really enjoyed how much Moore puts into the story of this, while keeping in mind through the appendices that no matter what, we really don't know *who* Jack the Ripper really was.
I'm so glad I found this for an actually affordable price for once--I have my issues with Alan Moore, sure, but this was so interesting.
I feel like I should be drinking and/or having a less cheery day. Or worshipping a snake god. There's plenty of options.
It didn't really hit me just what a behemoth this collection is: I think it's just going to live on my nightstand, not in my bag. #comics #graphicnovels #alanmoore
Been caught up in retail management chaos. Only have six hours before my ebook library loan expires and I‘m only halfway through this one! Aahhhh!! I hope you are all doing well. Gonna try and be more present again!
I‘m off for three days for the first time in probably a couple years. What‘s everyone‘s weekend plans?
I‘ve been in a dash to finish my reading challenge on Goodreads and I‘m 5 books behind. I may be cheating by trying to find some page turners but, boy, this is not a graphic novel to be breezed through.
I have too many Humble Bundle books.
#hoarding #collection
#backtoreading
I've read various genres filled with gore but I think this wins because of the continuous gore as well as the addition of images.
#allaboutthatgore
@Tiffy_Reads @JoeStalksBeck
#sizzlinsummerbooks #graphic
I must confess that I'm not a big graphic novel fan... I've read a few this year and liked them but didn't fall in love with the format. My boyfriend, however, LOVES graphic novels. Here's his shelf of them (and his Murakami collection).
#rockinmay day 18 - #mysteriousways
One of history's great unsolved mysteries (unless it's the basis of a novel, in which case it's been solved six ways to Sunday).
Went on something of a Moore kick a while back, but never got around to this one
#marchintoreading Day12: #bookishpetpeeves
My face when a sticker doesn't peel off cleanly. Or worse, I find there are layers of stickers to contend with. Stickers on books suuuucks.
@RealLifeReading
Is it uncouth to recommend TV on LITSY? If you like crime, cops, forensics, Victorian England, and a grisly shuffling off of the mortal coil or two, you could do worse than checking out this show about policing Whitechapel in the days after the Ripper murders. Starring a Mr. Darcy and Bronn from Game of Thrones. 4 seasons Netflixable. Neville Longbottom joins the cast in season 4!
pickJack the Ripper enthusiasts, this one is for you! With this piece, graphic novel meets homocide to create an intriguing artistic rendition of the most notorious murder mystery in English history. Not only does it do that, but it's filled with conspiracies relating to a darker side of Queen Victoria's reign! And let me tell you, Moore did his research for this one--I recommend reading the appendix as you read each chapter for the full experience.
Nothing like Friday reads with my kitty on the side ♡ Side note--I FINALLY get to go back to reading for leisure!! Happy day!
