From noted cartoonist Rick Parker and Abrams Books comes his long-awaited original graphic novel memoir about his time in the United States Army, when he was drafted to serve during the Vietnam War.
Drafted is a graphic novel memoir by Rick Parker, a shy, inexperienced, and overly protected teenager who gets drafted into the United States Army at the height of the Vietnam War. The looming threat of deployment informs every aspect of his life, from the most ludicrous experiences to the grimmest tests of endurance. Initially determined to do his patriotic duty, Parker gradually comes to the realization that he is just not cut out for a military career and wants nothing more than to serve his time and return to civilian life to pursue his dream of becoming an artist. In telling this story, he shows how Vietnam was the last war in the United States that instituted the draft; how the draft affected those who served; and how we as Americans think of war and our soldiers once they return from service. Parker also shows how being an artist helped him to survive his time in the army. Drafted is a compelling and unique graphic novel memoir, perfect for fans of Joe Sacco and Derf Backderf, and is sure to appeal to Parker’s dedicated followers and new fans alike.
Rick Parker will be signing copies of Drafted at New York Comic Con 2024, in Artist Alley at table A-25. New York Comic Con returns on October 17 to 20, 2024 at the Javits Center, NYC. Limited tickets are still available at https://www.newyorkcomiccon.com/en-us/buy/tickets.html.
Parker will also be signing Drafted at St. Mark’s Comics in Brooklyn NY on Wednesday October 16th from 6 PM to 8 PM.
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