Books like R. I. P. by Thomas Ott
R. I. P. assembles nineteen nearly wordless graphic stories, written between 1985 and 2004, each portraying cruel acts and malevolent human behavior. The series delivers a stark visual exploration of the darker side of humanity without relying heavily on dialogue.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels/Graphic Fiction
Authors: Thomas Ott
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