Alice at Naptime
Alice at Naptime by Shea Proulx, published by Renegade Arts Entertainment in 2019, is a graphic novel that explores the intricate relationship between a mother and her child. With 200 pages, this edition presents a narrative that unfolds as Alice’s mother captures her essence through drawings made during her naptime. The story weaves together themes of identity and nostalgia, reflecting on the tension between past freedoms and the profound love that comes with parenthood.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of experiences as Alice is depicted in various forms, each representing different facets of her identity. The narrative invites contemplation on the nature of self and the passage of time, resonating with anyone who has experienced deep emotional connections. This book combines elements of biography and poetry within the graphic novel format, making it a unique addition to the genres of educational nonfiction and literature.
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When Alice was born her mother only found time to draw her while she napped. Gradually Alice is multiplied in a tapestry of selves, both large and small, while an overarching narrative whispers through the pages, musing on the meeting of former and future selves. At its core, Alice at Naptime tells a universal story, of a parent pining for past freedoms, while simultaneously descending down a rabbit hole of all-encompassing maternal love. Hypnotic, deeply moving, and a book that not only strikes a chord with parents, but also with anyone who has ever deeply loved.
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