But because animals transcend that, you know, I was hoping they would sort of bridge the emotional gap. And I think it’s really hard for Americans - for any of us to sympathize with that other - you know, whether it’s another race or creed or nationality. I sort of wanted, you know, to tell a story from the perspective of non combatants. Vaughan himself told Neal Conan with NPR that he focused on the lions as a way to help his audience connect with the characters: It is often praised for the ways in which it comments on the effects of war on civilians and its commentary on freedom. The tale is based loosely on true events.ĭespite making both ALA’s Great Graphic Novels for Teens Top Ten in 2007 and Booklist Editors’ Choice: Adult Books for Young Adults as well as featuring non-human main characters, Pride of Baghdad is frequently challenged for alleged sexually explicit content.ĭespite challenges, the book remains available in libraries around the country. In 2006, he teamed with Nico Henrichon to create Pride of Baghdad, a graphic novel that follows a pride of lions that escapes from a Baghdad zoo after an American bombing as they struggle to survive on the bombed-out streets of the city. Vaughan is the writer behind several award-winning series, including Y: The Last Man, Ex Machina, Saga, and more. Graphic Novels: Suggestions for Librariansīrian K.Working With Libraries! A Handbook For Comics Creators.

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