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Darth Vader and Son
by
Jeffrey Brown (Goodreads Author)
What if Darth Vader took an active role in raising his son? What if Luke, I am your father was just a stern admonishment from an annoyed dad? In this hilarious and sweet comic reimagining, Darth Vader is a dad like any other except with all the baggage of being the Dark Lord of the Sith. Celebrated artist Jeffrey Brown's delightful illustrations give classic Star Wars mome...more
Hardcover, 64 pages
Published
April 18th 2012
by Chronicle Books
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There are some people who will buy this book because they love Star Wars. And that's fine. I grew up in house with a Dad and a brother who loved Star Wars (I will be buying this book for my dad for The Father's Day). So, I ended up watching Star Wars movies, too, and playing "Star Wars"-related games with the boys in my neighborhood (hint: light sabers = red vs green freezepops) - probably more often than I would've liked. I didn't really "like" Star Wars until Harry Potter turned me into a nerd...more
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I was perusing the Goodreads Choice Awards nominees when I came up on Darth Vader and Son. I am not a hardcore Star Wars fanboy but I do really love the Star Wars universe. I knew once I set eyes on this book that I would love it and so I requested it from the library. Once I came home I devoured it in minutes and Darth Vader and Son was pretty mindblowing.
Darth Vader and Son is a funny graphic novel that shows Darth Vader raising 4 year old Luke Skywalker. It isn't fun...more
I was perusing the Goodreads Choice Awards nominees when I came up on Darth Vader and Son. I am not a hardcore Star Wars fanboy but I do really love the Star Wars universe. I knew once I set eyes on this book that I would love it and so I requested it from the library. Once I came home I devoured it in minutes and Darth Vader and Son was pretty mindblowing.
Darth Vader and Son is a funny graphic novel that shows Darth Vader raising 4 year old Luke Skywalker. It isn't fun...more
Jeffrey Brown has written/drawn a wonderfully funny comic about fatherhood from the point of view of Darth Vader and a young Luke Skywalker. The book is a series of one page skits, drawn and coloured in the best artwork Brown has produced yet, and if you're a fan of the original Star Wars trilogy, you'll love it.
There's lot of cute moments like young Luke pointing to a toy Jar Jar and Vader saying "This isn't the toy you're looking for", or when young Luke is crying after being pushed by young G...more
There's lot of cute moments like young Luke pointing to a toy Jar Jar and Vader saying "This isn't the toy you're looking for", or when young Luke is crying after being pushed by young G...more
It might go without saying but I do believe that if you're not a fan of the Star Wars movies, you may not appreciate this book. But, then again, if you have a passing interest in SW, I think you'll be amused. If you're like me and you saw the films on the big screen for the first time in your formative years with a younger brother who then proceeded to build all sorts of SW models over the next few years and then later you give birth to three boys to whom you can introduce to George Lucas's worl...more
Max loved this in a bookstore this summer--sat on the floor and read the whole thing. And then--huzzah!--it popped up as a special gift from him this xmas.
His review:
It was a well-written parody of Star Wars, with Luke Skywalker making it harder and harder for Darth Vader to make an empire. Every single page has a different joke related to different hard work with parents. Like one page with Luke swinging, instead of a baseball bat, a lightsaber, and the baseball breaks in half. Dealing with all...more
His review:
It was a well-written parody of Star Wars, with Luke Skywalker making it harder and harder for Darth Vader to make an empire. Every single page has a different joke related to different hard work with parents. Like one page with Luke swinging, instead of a baseball bat, a lightsaber, and the baseball breaks in half. Dealing with all...more
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A really short book, mostly pictures of young (and extremely cute) Luke and Darth Vader. Some of the drawings are really 'awwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww-dorable', makes you wish it was true that Darth Vader did try at least to take care of Luke when he was younger. We have all the usual acts that boys and fathers usually get themselves into
Here's a few drawings:
A very heartwarming read - it would make a good present for sons to fathers I guess, depending on the age of the son obviously and if the dad at l...more
Here's a few drawings:
A very heartwarming read - it would make a good present for sons to fathers I guess, depending on the age of the son obviously and if the dad at l...more
Why did I read it?
I popped into work today, my second day after a two-week vacation, and my boss was checking in some new books. I recognized some of the artwork from some posts on Pinterest, and I couldn't resist reading it.
What happened?
Anybody remember Star Wars? Everybody right! =D
Well, instead of Darth Vader being reunited with his long lost son and having some problems, imagine Darth Vader raising Luke Skywalker instead.
Now, imagine that this is actually in a comic strip format and its act...more
I popped into work today, my second day after a two-week vacation, and my boss was checking in some new books. I recognized some of the artwork from some posts on Pinterest, and I couldn't resist reading it.
What happened?
Anybody remember Star Wars? Everybody right! =D
Well, instead of Darth Vader being reunited with his long lost son and having some problems, imagine Darth Vader raising Luke Skywalker instead.
Now, imagine that this is actually in a comic strip format and its act...more
A darling book for all ages, and a must-have for old school Star Wars fans turned parents!
Jeffrey Brown gives us a myriad of one-page comic illustrations of father-son scenarios that tug at the heartstrings and make you smile with geeky glee.
From "I find your lack of patience disturbing", "When I was your age we didn't have star destroyers", and "It is pointless to resist, my son. It's bedtime", this book is a treasure trove of geek quotes and puns set in a cute "what if Darth had raised Luke" w...more
Jeffrey Brown gives us a myriad of one-page comic illustrations of father-son scenarios that tug at the heartstrings and make you smile with geeky glee.
From "I find your lack of patience disturbing", "When I was your age we didn't have star destroyers", and "It is pointless to resist, my son. It's bedtime", this book is a treasure trove of geek quotes and puns set in a cute "what if Darth had raised Luke" w...more
Jeffrey Brown lienee tunnetuin ihmissuhteita ruotivista, enemmän tai vähemmän omaelämäkerrallisista sarjakuvistaan, jotka alkoivat jossakin vaiheessa toistaa niin pahasti itseään, ettei mitään rajaa.
Nyt sarjakuvataiteilija kuitenkin yllättää positiivisesti pienellä, sympaattisella sarjakuvakirjallaan "Darth Vader and Son" (Chronicle Books, 2012), joka kertoo mustan sith-lordin elämästä pienen Luke-pojan yksinhuoltajaisänä.
Sarjakuva sisältää pääasiallisesti yhteen ruutuun mahdutettuja kohtauksi...more
Nyt sarjakuvataiteilija kuitenkin yllättää positiivisesti pienellä, sympaattisella sarjakuvakirjallaan "Darth Vader and Son" (Chronicle Books, 2012), joka kertoo mustan sith-lordin elämästä pienen Luke-pojan yksinhuoltajaisänä.
Sarjakuva sisältää pääasiallisesti yhteen ruutuun mahdutettuja kohtauksi...more
Slight, but fun. Not a story, but a collection of single-page illustrations considering what life would have been like for Lord Darth Vader had he tried to do his part running the empire with young son Luke in tow the entire time. Child tantrums while dad gets orders from the Emperor or gives commands to his generals or bounty hunters. Dealing with pesky question after question, like whether Dad or Yoda is more powerful in the force. Graciously accepting as a gift a tacky necktie he'll never be...more
I found this charming and well done, even for a casual-at-best Star Wars fan.
Publishers Weekly Reviews
When the first Star Wars film conquered the world in 1977, no one could have possibly foreseen it going on to become such an ubiquitous part of our cultural heritage. Now even parenthood can be viewed through the filter of the Sith lord Darth Vader. Jeffrey Brown (Incredible Change-Bots) crashes headlong into George Lucas's galaxy far, far away with endearing, funny—and fully licensed—results....more
Publishers Weekly Reviews
When the first Star Wars film conquered the world in 1977, no one could have possibly foreseen it going on to become such an ubiquitous part of our cultural heritage. Now even parenthood can be viewed through the filter of the Sith lord Darth Vader. Jeffrey Brown (Incredible Change-Bots) crashes headlong into George Lucas's galaxy far, far away with endearing, funny—and fully licensed—results....more
Guys. Guys.
This book. Is full. Of the win.
I mean, it’s super ridiculous, and it’s not… it’s not really a rereadable type of story… but it was ADORABLE.
We’ve got Luke and Darth Vader at the zoo!
Luke and Darth Vader going for a walk! (“But Dad, you said we could go to Tosche Station after nap!” “I AM ALTERING THE DEAL. PRAY I DON’T ALTER IT ANY FURTHER.”)
Darth Vader asking if Luke has to go potty!
Darth Vader encouraging Luke to take up the family business! (“TOGETHER WE CAN RULE THE GALAXY AS FA...more
This book. Is full. Of the win.
I mean, it’s super ridiculous, and it’s not… it’s not really a rereadable type of story… but it was ADORABLE.
We’ve got Luke and Darth Vader at the zoo!
Luke and Darth Vader going for a walk! (“But Dad, you said we could go to Tosche Station after nap!” “I AM ALTERING THE DEAL. PRAY I DON’T ALTER IT ANY FURTHER.”)
Darth Vader asking if Luke has to go potty!
Darth Vader encouraging Luke to take up the family business! (“TOGETHER WE CAN RULE THE GALAXY AS FA...more
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Normally I save my reviewing for longer books but this book was so much fun I just had to make a plug to help get the word out. Darth Vader and Son was recommended to me when I was reading another "Dad" book ("Dad Rules.").
Darth Vader and Son is a cute and fun ~60 page art/comic book. While the book doesn't have a particular plot arc that it follows, it has great storytelling moments that are portrayed fabulously. As the title implies, this book is about the interactions of Darth Vader and his s...more
Darth Vader and Son is a cute and fun ~60 page art/comic book. While the book doesn't have a particular plot arc that it follows, it has great storytelling moments that are portrayed fabulously. As the title implies, this book is about the interactions of Darth Vader and his s...more
Book Title: "Darth Vader and Son"
Author: Jeffrey Brown
Published By: Chronicle Books
Age Recommended: 5 +
Reviewed By: Kitty Bullard
Raven Rating: 5
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Review: It really doesn’t matter if you are a Star Wars fan or not, when you read this little gem of a book, you will be sure to fall in love with Darth and Luke. The book paints the perfect picture of what it might have been like had Darth Vader raised his son.
With beautifully drawn, comical cartoons and a humorous and true look at what kids are...more
Author: Jeffrey Brown
Published By: Chronicle Books
Age Recommended: 5 +
Reviewed By: Kitty Bullard
Raven Rating: 5
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Review: It really doesn’t matter if you are a Star Wars fan or not, when you read this little gem of a book, you will be sure to fall in love with Darth and Luke. The book paints the perfect picture of what it might have been like had Darth Vader raised his son.
With beautifully drawn, comical cartoons and a humorous and true look at what kids are...more
The premise: ganked from BN.com: What if Darth Vader took an active role in raising his son? What if "Luke, I am your father" was just a stern admonishment from an annoyed dad? In this hilarious and sweet comic reimagining, Darth Vader is a dad like any other—except with all the baggage of being the Dark Lord of the Sith. Celebrated artist Jeffrey Brown's delightful illustrations give classic Star Wars® moments a fresh twist, presenting the trials and joys of parenting through the lens of a gala...more
This isn't really a graphic novel, but a book of comic strips. Each page shows a situation where Darth Vader has to act like a father, which is awkward because he is Darth Vader. The situation ranges from uncomfortable questions children ask like, "Dad, why is it called the 'Death Star'?" to Darth Vader trying to get Luke settled down for bed time, "It is pointless to resist my son. It is time for bedtime."
It is even funnier for people who have seen the movies.
It is even funnier for people who have seen the movies.
From cozy scenes of Darth Vader fixing Luke breakfast to Luke's tantrums when he can't go to Tosche Station, Darth Vader and Son imagines what it would be like if the Lord Vader was raising four year old Luke Skywalker (but not in an "I'm grooming you to be evil" kind of way).
I love the idea of this book and thought the illustrations were creative and cute. I enjoyed the way the author pays tribute to the films by his illustrations and quotes. One of my favorite scenes involves Luke refusing to...more
I love the idea of this book and thought the illustrations were creative and cute. I enjoyed the way the author pays tribute to the films by his illustrations and quotes. One of my favorite scenes involves Luke refusing to...more
While this, at first glance, may seem like a picture book/comic for younger kids, I really think it may hold more appeal to older kids, teens, and even adults. Each page contains its own standalone comic that puts a humorous light on the Darth Vader/Luke Skywalker relationship. Some are funny simply because it's hilarious to watch Vader try his hand at being a dad. Others are funny (and this is what will appeal to the older fans of Star Wars) because they allude to/reference a scene or piece of...more
This series of comic panels depict the early life of Luke Skywalker, assuming that he was raised by Darth Vader who, despite continuing to run the galaxy with an iron fist, is struggling to be a good dad. As a big Star Wars fan and someone who strongly values the father/son bond, this worked a treat for me - most panels combine an element from the films (“Aren’t you a little short for a stormtrooper?”) with a situation that those of us with small, inquisitive children will be familiar with and o...more
A very funny take on how life would be if Luke had stayed with his father, Darth Vader. Hilarious, and heart-warming.
It's a quick read, but many of the images and jokes will stay with me. I especially enjoyed Luke trying to use the force to sneak a cookie and Darth's many parental moments, giving Luke his ice-cream, healing his boo-boos and yelling at him for playing in the trash. Even if you don't get the many Star Wars references and jokes, it still is both very funny and even, dare I say, cut...more
It's a quick read, but many of the images and jokes will stay with me. I especially enjoyed Luke trying to use the force to sneak a cookie and Darth's many parental moments, giving Luke his ice-cream, healing his boo-boos and yelling at him for playing in the trash. Even if you don't get the many Star Wars references and jokes, it still is both very funny and even, dare I say, cut...more
This is the perfect book for any young Star Wars fan or parent of young kids. Each page is its own story as we watch Darth Vader go through traditional parent activities with his son Luke (and in a few panels his daughter Leah shows up as well). Some pages illustrate a humorous scene with a well known phrase, such as "aren't you a little short for a stormtrooper", but with a new twist. Each page is well executed and FUNNY which is elevated the more of a Star Wars fan you are, the funnier the boo...more
'Darth Vader and Son' is extremely endearing and funny, and the illustrations are very skillfully drawn. I have a feeling that everyone in my house will be flicking through it at some point or another!
We got this for Richard for Father's Day. We haven't given it to him yet, of course, but Hugh and I cheated and read it already. It is hilarious - full of great parenting jokes AND jokes for those who have seen Star Wars hundreds of times. Particular favorites - the spread where little Luke is pointing at a Jar Jar doll and Darth says, "This is not the toy you are looking for" and a spread with little Leia where Luke decids he doesn't want a sister. The whole book is very clever, but the most cl...more
This is a wonderful little book and my brother (whom I gave it to for Christmas) and I really enjoyed it to the extent that we've read it several times.
While I liked the comics with situations with Star Wars references, my favorites were the ones in which Darth Vader and Luke were in ordinary, everyday situations. Seeing Darth Vader doing "dad stuff" is priceless and brought me many smiles and laughs.
Father or not, I imagine anyone who enjoys Star Wars humor would enjoy this book. It is happy a...more
While I liked the comics with situations with Star Wars references, my favorites were the ones in which Darth Vader and Luke were in ordinary, everyday situations. Seeing Darth Vader doing "dad stuff" is priceless and brought me many smiles and laughs.
Father or not, I imagine anyone who enjoys Star Wars humor would enjoy this book. It is happy a...more
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In a series of single panel cartoons, Jeffrey Brown imagines what life would be like if Darth Vader decided to take an active role in young Luke Skywalker's life. Poignant, sometimes silly, sometimes emotional, this is an entertaining re-imagining of one of the most feared villains from my childhood - and that's where the problem lies. Enough time has passed that much of the inherent humor is lost on younger readers. Still, it's a great read, especially for those who grew up compl...more
In a series of single panel cartoons, Jeffrey Brown imagines what life would be like if Darth Vader decided to take an active role in young Luke Skywalker's life. Poignant, sometimes silly, sometimes emotional, this is an entertaining re-imagining of one of the most feared villains from my childhood - and that's where the problem lies. Enough time has passed that much of the inherent humor is lost on younger readers. Still, it's a great read, especially for those who grew up compl...more
A picture book for adults, this short, often funny, and entirely sweet little book was a delightfully pleasant read. I'm more of a Trekkie than a Jedi, but I am quite fond of the (original) Star Wars trilogy, so this was fun. Most everybody knows that Darth Vader is eventually revealed to be Luke Skywalker's father; this book takes the idea and runs with it, imagining what Luke's toddler years would have been like had he grown up under Vader's care:
"LUKE, COME WITH ME."
"Why?"
"BECAUSE IT IS THE O...more
"LUKE, COME WITH ME."
"Why?"
"BECAUSE IT IS THE O...more
Aww, you guys, this is so cute.
Darth Vader and Son is not particularly weighty - really more a series of punchlines and moments than a narrative - but got a gentle, almost wistful sensibility in with all the sight gags. Darth Vader, it turns out, has the same kind of distracted, lightly exasperated style of parenting that a lot of us Xers have fallen into. Because it also turns out that kids don't get irony for a very long time - or ever, if some of the comments I see on reviews are an indicati...more
Darth Vader and Son is not particularly weighty - really more a series of punchlines and moments than a narrative - but got a gentle, almost wistful sensibility in with all the sight gags. Darth Vader, it turns out, has the same kind of distracted, lightly exasperated style of parenting that a lot of us Xers have fallen into. Because it also turns out that kids don't get irony for a very long time - or ever, if some of the comments I see on reviews are an indicati...more
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This is just a bunch of one-page comics. Don't expect anything substantial on the subject of parenting. Some of them were amusing. Mostly I was put off by the fact that it's Darth Vader and _Son_. Leia appears in exactly one comic and it's basically to dismiss her. If you're positing a situation where Darth Vader raised Luke, then is he not also raising Leia? And if so, then I think twins are going to pal around a lot more. Y'know, like.. a lot more than her appearing in one page so Luke can dis...more
I won this in a Twitter contest from the 501st, and it was a great prize!
Lots of good visuals in this little book of comic vignettes, from Vader force-tickling his giggling son to little background throwaways like the box of "C3POs" breakfast cereal and a chibi Lando visiting the zoo. There are also plot-related spins, like Darth Vader applying a sticky bandage to a boo-boo on Luke's right hand, and nods to Star Wars fandom such as, "Did you push Greedo first?"
Overall, it's a fun little book, an...more
Lots of good visuals in this little book of comic vignettes, from Vader force-tickling his giggling son to little background throwaways like the box of "C3POs" breakfast cereal and a chibi Lando visiting the zoo. There are also plot-related spins, like Darth Vader applying a sticky bandage to a boo-boo on Luke's right hand, and nods to Star Wars fandom such as, "Did you push Greedo first?"
Overall, it's a fun little book, an...more
I would have thought the book couldn't improve on its own hook. "What if Darth Vader raised his son Luke as a typical dad would?" That's the joke right there - you don't even need to look inside the book! Right?
I was also expecting a picture book-style story, and was pleasantly surprised to find a series of single-page (most single-panel) comics that all revolve around this premise. And for comics that all share one theme and were all drawn and written by one person, they're surprisingly and con...more
I was also expecting a picture book-style story, and was pleasantly surprised to find a series of single-page (most single-panel) comics that all revolve around this premise. And for comics that all share one theme and were all drawn and written by one person, they're surprisingly and con...more
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Jeffrey Brown was born in 1975 in Grand Rapids, Michigan and grew up reading comic books with dreams of someday drawing them, only to abandon them and focus on becoming a 'fine artist.' While earning his MFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Brown abandoned painting and began drawing comics with his first autobiographical book 'Clumsy' in 2001. Since then he's drawn a dozen books fo...more
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