Gentleman Jim
Gentleman Jim by Raymond Briggs, published by Jonathan Cape in 2008, is a 32-page work that brings back a story first published in 1980. This edition marks the return of the book as part of the Cape Graphic Classics series. The narrative follows Jim Bloggs, a lavatory attendant who dreams of a life beyond his current circumstances, inspired by the books that line his walls. With encouragement from his wife, Hilda, Jim embarks on a journey to transform his aspirations into reality.
Readers will find a humorous exploration of ambition and the complexities of pursuing one’s dreams. As Jim gathers various items to aid in his quest for a more adventurous life, he learns that the paths of an executive, artist, or cowboy are fraught with challenges and unexpected costs. This edition of Gentleman Jim combines elements of art and drawing techniques within the context of comics and graphic novels, offering a unique perspective on the themes of aspiration and reality.
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First published in 1980, two years after The Snowman, Gentleman Jim has been unavailable for many years. We are delighted to bring it back into print as the first book in an occasional series, Cape Graphic Classics.
Gentleman Jim is the story of Jim Bloggs, a lavatory attendant who, dissatisfied with his station in life, devotes his time to envisioning a world beyond it. His walls are lined with books like Out in the Silver West, the Boys’ Book of Pirates and Executive Opportunities, which provide fodder for his ruminations on career change. Encouraged by his wife, Hilda, also eager to incorporate more adventure into her life, Jim sets out to bring these dreams to fruition by accumulating various accoutrements, only to discover that the life of an executive, an artist or a cowboy is more complicated and costly than it appears.
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