Wind in the Sands

Author: Michelle Plessis
Artist: Michelle Plessis
Translator: Mikhail Khachaturov
Publisher: Mann, Ivanov and Ferber (MIF)
Series: MIF. Comics
Collection: Comics
Genre: Children's comics
ISBN: 978-5-00169-948-4
Pages: 161 (Glossy)
Design
Weight: 866 g
Dimensions: 288x230x15 mm

The comic "Wind in the Sands" is a new story featuring the beloved characters from Kenneth Grahame's classic fairy tale novel.

"What if we really sent such homebodies as Mole and Rat on a long journey full of real dangers?" Michelle Plessis thought and created a completely independent work of art, imbued with Eastern culture and the spirit of far-off travels.

After the incredible events that had recently befallen their friends, life by the River had finally returned to its peaceful course. Rat was enjoying every moment... until one day at dinner he told his friends how he had met the Mariner—an incredible traveler. By the next morning, they discovered that Toad, inspired by stories of thrilling adventures and exotic delicacies, had decided to set out immediately. Mole and Rat hurried after him and found themselves aboard a ship sailing east. And so began the new adventure of old friends...

The East greeted them with strange customs that were not so easy to understand. But here, it turned out, it was easy to lose all your money. By a fortunate chance, the friends learn that an incredible treasure—a bottomless treasury—is hidden in a certain village. Toad, a lover of gold and a terrible miser, is already preparing a camel to become the owner of real Eastern riches as soon as possible!..

Book highlights
— A new story grown entirely from a single chapter of the original text of "The Wind in the Willows".

— Numerous references to Eastern culture, literature, and traditions. Practically "One Thousand and One Nights" with the beloved characters.

— A witty debunking of stereotypes about the culture of "outsiders".

— A huge number of background details that enrich the narrative.

— Books in the series contain hidden references to artists such as Édouard Manet, Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet, and Gustave Courbet.

Who this book is for
For adults and children aged 12 and up.

For those who enjoyed the first book in the series—"The Wind in the Willows".

For those who are interested in far-off lands, travel, and Eastern culture.

For lovers of watercolor illustrations.

For lovers of classic literature.

For everyone who loves comics.