Jesse Jacobs' Psychedelic Genesis in New Comic

Jesse Jacobs (New York, 1981) releases "E così conoscerai l’universo e gli dei" (Eris Edizioni, 2017), his first work translated across Europe, cementing his status as a leading contemporary cartoonist. The story imagines Earth's creation as a competition among three deities—Ablavar, Zantek, and Blorax—who play with molecular compositions under the guidance of their master Shluk. Ablavar creates a peaceful world with affectionate animals, while Zantek, jealous, introduces bipedal creatures that eventually destroy harmony. The book prioritizes visual art over narrative, with standalone panels using few colors for a raw, light effect. It is a desirable collector's item for contemporary comics.