Alessandro Tota's 'Estate': A Summer Comic Born from Beachside Observation
Oblomov Edizioni has released Alessandro Tota's graphic novel titled 'Estate' (Summer). The story revolves around teenagers from Apulia as they engage in escapades involving drugs, sex, and thrilling car chases. Tota characterizes it as a lighthearted comedy ideal for reading at the beach, inspired by the fit 18-year-olds he observed while enjoying time at the shore with his children. Over a span of six months, he crafted the book, drawing from his own high school experiences. 'Estate' marks the third part of a series that began with 'Fratelli' and 'Charles' (Coconino Press, 2016), now totaling 400 pages and delving into themes of love and the quest for knowledge. Tota is also developing a significant work for Gallimard, temporarily halting his Bari comics.
Key facts
- Alessandro Tota's graphic novel 'Estate' published by Oblomov Edizioni in 2018.
- The book is a light comedy set in Apulia, following teenagers involved in sex, drugs, and car chases.
- Tota conceived the idea while observing teenagers on the beach, contrasting them with his own youth.
- 'Estate' is the third book in a series after 'Fratelli' and 'Charles' (Coconino Press, 2016).
- The series features recurring characters, including Claudio and his friends, spanning 400 pages.
- Tota improvised the entire book without a script over six months, working in watercolor.
- Igort changed the ending; Giacomo Nanni and Fior also contributed.
- Tota is currently working on a major book for Gallimard.
- The book is 176 pages, priced €18, ISBN 9788885621275.
Entities
Artists
- Alessandro Tota
- Andrea Pazienza
- Giacomo Nanni
- Igort
- Fior
Institutions
- Oblomov Edizioni
- Coconino Press
- Gallimard
Locations
- Bari
- Italy
- Apulia
- Quartu Sant'Elena