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"Building Stories" by Chris Ware, a graphic novel that has been recognized by the New York Times and turned into a bestseller, explores the everyday social life and customs within New York City’s apartment houses. Through subtle, detailed illustrations, Ware captures the pulse of city and town life, inviting readers to contemplate the quiet dramas and quiet joys found in the shared spaces of urban living.
First publish date: 2012
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels/Graphic Fiction
Authors: Chris Ware
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