Ruins
“Ruins” by Peter Kuper, published by Harry N. Abrams on October 6, 2015, is a graphic novel that intertwines the lives of Samantha and George as they embark on a sabbatical year in the picturesque Mexican town of Oaxaca. This edition, comprising 256 pages, presents a narrative that explores both personal and political events that significantly impact their lives and the community around them.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of experiences as the story unfolds, highlighting the challenges of survival faced by both the characters and the Monarch butterfly on its migration journey from Canada to Mexico. “Ruins” delves into the complexities of life in Mexico, blending real and surreal elements to create a vivid portrayal of the region’s past and present. The graphic novel invites exploration of themes related to identity and change, offering a unique perspective on the intersection of personal journeys and broader societal issues.
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Winner of the 2016 Eisner Award for Best Graphic Album
Selected as an ALA Top Ten Graphic Novel of 2016
Samantha and George are a couple heading towards a sabbatical year in the quaint Mexican town of Oaxaca. For Samantha, it is the opportunity to revisit her past. For George, it is an unsettling step into the unknown. For both of them, it will be a collision course with political and personal events that will alter their paths and the town of Oaxaca forever.
In tandem, the remarkable and arduous journey that a Monarch butterfly endures on its annual migration from Canada to Mexico is woven into Ruins. This creates a parallel picture of the challenges of survival in our ever-changing world.
Ruins explores the shadows and light of Mexico through its past and present as encountered by an array of characters. The real and surreal intermingle to paint an unforgettable portrait of life south of the Rio Grande.
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