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Derf Backderf
Derf Backderf is the cartoonist behind the graphic novel My Friend Dahmer. He's known for his unflinching and often darkly humorous explorations of true crime and personal history.
Kent State
Synopsis
This heavily researched graphic novel dramatically recreates the four bloody days in 1970 that culminated in the Kent State shootings, where four students were killed by Ohio National Guard troops. It profiles each of the slain students, weaving their personal stories through the events leading up to May 4th, drawing on interviews with friends and oral histories. The book offers a detailed account of a pivotal moment in American history.