Description
Safe Area Goražde: The War in Eastern Bosnia 1992–1995
Experience Joe Sacco’s acclaimed graphic journalism on the Bosnian War.
Safe Area Goražde: The War in Eastern Bosnia 1992–1995 is a landmark nonfiction graphic novel by award-winning cartoonist and journalist Joe Sacco, featuring an introduction by Christopher Hitchens. Based on Sacco’s first-hand reporting from the UN-designated "safe area" of Goražde in 1995 and 1996, this black-and-white illustrated chronicle captures the daily resilience, fear, and humanity of civilians surviving a brutal three-year siege.
Why Readers & Collectors Love This Edition:
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Pioneering Comics Journalism: Blends investigative reporting with detailed black-and-white artwork to bring modern European history to life.
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Critical Acclaim: Winner of the Eisner Award, Harvey Award, and American Book Award, praised by The New York Times for showing how powerfully comics serve as reportage.
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Foreword by Christopher Hitchens: Includes historical context and commentary from renowned political writer Christopher Hitchens.
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Course & Library Favorite: Widely studied in journalism, history, and graphic literature courses.
Book Specifications:
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Author & Illustrator: Joe Sacco
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Introduction: Christopher Hitchens
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Publisher: Fantagraphics Books
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Format: Paperback / Softcover (Black & White)
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Page Count: 240 pages
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Dimensions: 7.5" x 10.1" x 0.59"
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Language: English
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ISBN-13: 9781560974703
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ISBN-10: 1560974702
