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Ghost World - Catcher in the Rye for Generation X - Dan Clowes' Best-Selling Masterpiece

Cartoonist Kayfabe via YouTube

Overview

Explore Dan Clowes' seminal graphic novel "Ghost World" in this in-depth video analysis. Delve into the story of high school best friends Enid and Rebecca as they navigate life after graduation, a narrative that has been hailed as the "Catcher in the Rye for Generation X." Discover how this masterpiece, originally serialized in Clowes' comic book series Eightball, marked a significant shift in the cartoonist's career and led to an Academy Award-nominated film adaptation. Gain insights into the cultural impact and artistic merits of this best-selling work that resonated deeply with a generation.

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Ghost World - Catcher in the Rye for Generation X - Dan Clowes' best-selling masterpiece

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Cartoonist Kayfabe

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