"City of Glass"

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In this paper it is shown that Auster's original novel has become a visual presentation of existentialism that is knowledgeable and innovative through the artwork of Mazzucchelli and Karasik. The paper shows that the theme of identity and the inward struggles of Self are brought forth in a clever and intriguing manner, through this philosophical detective mystery.

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"The aim of this reaction paper is to determine the existential basis of philosophy that resides in the identity of Quinn in the graphic novel: City of Glass by Paul Auster. This philosophical perspective brings forth the unique approach in comic book writing, which defines the Self and Identity through words and images. In essence, Auster's existential plot and characterization provides a unique graphic art presentation through the comic book artistry of Mazzucchelli and Karasik. Auster is trying to prove the basic presumption that existentialism offers through the individual experience of Daniel Quinn, his main protagonist."

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