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The Electric State

Name: The Electric State
ISBN: 9781471176081

By Simon Stålenhag

Michelle and Skip cross a ruined America searching for her brother—but what awaits them west?

haunting · melancholic · evocative · thought-provoking

Genres

Science Fiction Graphic Novels

What is The Electric State about?

In an alternate 1997, a teenage girl named Michelle and her small yellow robot, Skip, journey westward through a dystopian American landscape. Amidst the ruins of colossal battle drones and the remnants of a society addicted to virtual reality, they seek Michelle's long-lost brother. As they approach the Pacific coast, the world around them unravels, reflecting the collapse of civilisation. This hauntingly illustrated narrative explores themes of loss, resilience, and the human connection in a technologically ravaged world.

About the author

Simon Stålenhag is a Swedish artist and writer known for his amazing books like 'Tales from the Loop' and 'The Electric State'. He creates fascinating stories by mixing everyday life with futuristic machines and robots. Simon’s wonderful pictures help readers imagine exciting and mysterious worlds filled with adventure and discovery.

Pages

133 pages

Reading age

Teen/Young Adult (12-18)

This edition

2018

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