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The Book of Genesis Illustrated

by Robert Crumb (Author)

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Envisioning the first book of the bible like no one before him, R. Crumb, the legendary illustrator, reveals here the story of Genesis in a profoundly honest and deeply moving way. Originally thinking that we would do a take off of Adam and Eve, Crumb became so fascinated by the Bible’s language, “a text so great and so strange that it lends itself readily to graphic depictions,” that he decided instead to do a literal interpretation using the text word for word in a version primarily assembled from the translations of Robert Alter and the King James bible.

Now, readers of every persuasion—Crumb fans, comic book lovers, and believers—can gain astonishing new insights from these harrowing, tragic, and even juicy stories. Crumb’s Book of Genesis reintroduces us to the bountiful tree lined garden of Adam and Eve, the massive ark of Noah with beasts of every kind, the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah destroyed by brimstone and fire that rained from the heavens, and the Egypt of the Pharaoh, where Joseph’s embalmed body is carried in a coffin, in a scene as elegiac as any in Genesis. Using clues from the text and peeling away the theological and scholarly interpretation that have often obscured the Bible’s most dramatic stories, Crumb fleshes out a parade of Biblical originals: from the serpent in Eden, the humanoid reptile appearing like an alien out of a science fiction movie, to Jacob, a “kind’ve depressed guy who doesn’t strike you as physically courageous,” and his bother, Esau, “a rough and kick ass guy,” to Abraham’s wife Sarah, more fetching than most woman at 90, to God himself, “a standard Charlton Heston-like figure with long white hair and a flowing beard.”

As Crumb writes in his introduction, “the stories of these people, the Hebrews, were something more than just stories. They were the foundation, the source, in writing of religious and political power, handed down by God himself.” Crumb’s Book of Genesis, the culmination of 5 years of painstaking work, is a tapestry of masterly detail and storytelling which celebrates the astonishing diversity of the one of our greatest artistic geniuses.

Nominated for three 2010 Will Eisner Comic Industry Awards: Best Adaptation from Another Work, Best Graphic Album, Best Writer/Artist.

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The best place to witness Crumb's genius. Largely stripped of the sociopolitical context that has made his comics so controversial over the years, Genesis’ portraits of ancient men and women struggling to survive shows that his primary interest lies in chronicling the physical and mental experience of being human. — Thrillist.com

Starred Review. Crumb’s vivid visual characterizations of the myriad characters, pious and wicked, make the most striking impression. His distinctive, highly rendered drawing style imparts a physicality that few other illustrated versions of this often retold chronicle have possessed. The centenarian elders show every one of their years, and the women, from Eve to Rachel, are as solidly sensual as any others Crumb has so famously drawn. — Booklist

To say this book is a remarkable volume or even a landmark volume in comic art is somewhat of an understatement.... stands on its own as one of this century’s most ambitious artistic adaptations of the West’s oldest continuously told story. — Paul Buhle (The Jewish Daily Forward)

It’s a cartoonist’s equivalent of the Sistine Chapel. It’s awesome. Crumb has done a real artist’s turn here—he’s challenged himself and defied all expectation. ... I’ve read Genesis before. But never have I found it so compelling. By placing it squarely in the Middle East—and populating it with distinctively Semitic-looking people—Crumb makes it come alive brilliantly. — Susan Jane Gilman (Morning Edition, NPR)

[A] beautifully drawn and relentlessly faithful rendition of the first 50 chapters of the Bible by an apostle of the 1960s and sometimes profane progenitor of underground comics. Crumb has produced what could be the ultimate graphic novel. — David Colton (USA Today)

About the Author

Born in Philadelphia, R. Crumb is the author of numerous comic works and one of the pioneers of underground comics and arguably one of the most famous cartoonists in history. His books include The Book of Genesis Illustrated by R. Crumb, and many more. He lives in the south of France with his wife, the artist Aline Kominsky-Crumb.

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Hardcover: 224 pages
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company; 1 edition (8 September 2009)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0393061027
ISBN-13: 978-0393061024
Product Dimensions: 22.6 x 2.5 x 28.4 cm
Average Customer Review: 3 customer reviews
Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #10,64,592 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #10837 in Books > Arts, Film & Photography > History, Theory & Criticism
- #29443 in Books > Comics & Mangas
- #53724 in Books > Religion > Christianity

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Five Stars

27 April 2017

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Mind blowing collectors item at such affordable price and efficiency of delivery system. Relishing the book.

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Abhimanyu K.

Not for those who take offense easily at things like nudity

7 July 2017

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Only get it if you're okay with the what the old testament actually says and how Crumb depicts it. Not for those who take offense easily at things like nudity.

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excellent illustration

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S. Bigbie

An amazing feat.

17 October 2016 - Published on Amazon.com

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First, I have to say that, in spite of growing up in the 60s, I've never been a great fan of the drawing style of R. Crumb. But this summer, on a visit to Seattle, I spent an afternoon at the Seattle Art Museum, where the featured exhibit was an extensive look at some of the world's most famous print makers. Surprisingly, the final phase of the exhibit was all of the original drawings from Crumb's The Book of Genesis Illustrated. I spent over an hour reading each panel, but the exhibit went on for half a dozen rooms and I literally ran out of time. The extent of this work is more than impressive, as is Crumb's research into Bible-era costumes, buildings, and backgrounds. Not being able to finish the museum exhibit, I had to buy the book, and am still in awe. This is not a comic book, but an incredible attempt to illustrate Genesis in a straight-forward manner, and the result is amazing. As Crump warns on the cover, this is not for children, since he honestly depicts the Bible's several descriptions of sex acts and incest, and--true to Crump's style--all women are drawn as overly voluptuous. But for anyone interested in visualizing Genesis, this is a masterpiece.

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shemayah phillips

like me. So finally after not being able to ...

25 November 2015 - Published on Amazon.com

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Remember when you were young and someone got you a book of Bible stories? This is not that. Remember when you got older and may have been a 'counter-culture' type (a Hippie or a Yippie?) Then you probably know who R. Crumb is, or at least Mr. Natural--the Keep On Truckin' guy. Maybe you ARE a Mr. Natural guy in the Tribe, like me. So finally after not being able to find it in a used book store, I ordered it. This is not for kids if you don't want them looking at Eve's (cartoon) nipples and mature illustrations. But I would hardly consider it 'dirty'. It looks to be mature in a way we rarely see in 'religious' treatments. I was curious to see how Crumb would handle the content of B'reishiyt both textually and in illustration. I like it fine and think he has done an appropriate job.

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Liz

A Masterpiece!

4 November 2016 - Published on Amazon.com

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R Crumb has produced a masterpiece. Taking the book of Genesis, bringing it to life with his amazing drawings and a savvy analytical mind, he has created a fresh vision of one of our civilization's oldest books. His research and commentary at the end of the book is just as thorough, engaging and enlightening as the pages of Genesis. Bravo! I gained new insight into today's issues and problems regarding the "sand religions" and their influence on our lives.

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Morgan C. Valley

For Those Who Love Crumb

1 October 2009 - Published on Amazon.com

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Sorry to disagree with the previous review, but I think it needs to be said...if you love Crumb's art, you will love this book. I am stunned at the sheer volume of work it took to illustrate the thing. Awestruck, really. I've always loved Crumb's art and work, at first (when I was young) because he seemed so twisted and funny, but later, because I realized what a truly fine artist he is. I say, never mind the "is it passionate" crap.

In March of '09, some online articles were calling this upcoming work "subversive"... Not so. There's no intent to be comical here...or to insult Judeo-Christian theology. It seems, in every sense, to be a legitimate illustration of the Book of Genesis. And, I found it beautiful, because Crumb's attention to visual detail is beautiful.

Crumb relies on two sources for the translation including the King James version, and more so, Robert Alter's "The Five Books Of Moses". So, sure, there may be some disagreement in translation for individuals who are version specific. I would suggest we look past that and just enjoy the book for its merits and Crumb's talent.

One should be aware that a few panels may be considered "steamy" for younger children. Some nudity appears and, for instance, when in Chapter 19 it is written that Lot's daughters gave their father wine to drink and then lay with him, Crumb illustrates it. It is my belief, however, that Crumb's intent here is simply illustration, not subversion.

At any rate, it is an amazing work of art, not to mention a book of many important stories.

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Anthony Barkdoll

Perhaps his best work ever

23 February 2012 - Published on Amazon.com

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As a long time Crumb fan AND a Christian (yes that does seem like an oxymoron), I believe this is both his finest work of art, as well as a superbly illustrated depiction of Genesis. I have a good collection, from this, Basil Wolverton's Bible, Rick Griffin's Gospel of John, Dore's engraving, etc, and this one is as good as it gets (with Dore's being a close runner up). I tend not to look at Crumb's work too closely in other comics, because over the years, it has become easy to digest visually and keep reading the story, but with this book I find myself looking at each panel more than I ever have. It's visually satisfying like ice cream.
My only complaint is that Crumb admits in the forward that he did alter the text in a few places, but does not annotate those sections. Very minor issue, and one that I could find the answer to with some comparitve research, if it was that important.
A final thought - Crumb is not doing this book out of any reverence for the Bible, however, there is no hint of irony in the book, or the feeling that he is trying to turn the mirror on Christians (although that may have been his intent). It is not likely to renew your spirituality if you are a Christian, nor offend you if you are familiar with some of the more seedy stories in Genesis. It is simply a work of art and should be enjoyed that way.

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