Safe Area Gorazde
The War in Eastern Bosnia 1992-95
(Author) Joe SaccoIn late 1995 and early 1996, cartoonist/reporter Joe Sacco travelled four times to Gorazde, a UN-designated safe area during the Bosnian War, which had teetered on the brink of obliteration for three and a half years. Still surrounded by Bosnian Serb forces, the mainly Muslim people of Gorazde had endured heavy attacks and severe privation to hang on to their town while the rest of Eastern Bosnia was brutally 'cleansed' of its non-Serb population. But as much as SAFE AREA GORAZDE is an account of a terrible siege, it presents a snapshot of people who were slowly letting themselves believe that a war was ending and that they had survived. Since it was first published in 2000, SAFE AREA GORAZDE has been recognized as one of the absolute classics of graphic non-fiction. We are delighted to publish it in the UK for the first time, to stand beside Joe Sacco's other books on the Cape list - PALESTINE, THE FIXER and NOTES FROM A DEFEATIST.
Joe Sacco
Joe Sacco is a Maltese-American cartoonist and journalist known for his graphic novels and comics that explore war, conflict, and social issues. His most notable works include "Palestine," which depicts his experiences in the West Bank and Gaza Strip, and "Safe Area Goražde," which focuses on the Bosnian War. Sacco's unique blend of journalism and cartooning has made him a pioneer in the genre of graphic journalism, bringing attention to important global issues in a visually compelling way. His meticulous research and detailed artwork have earned him critical acclaim and numerous awards, solidifying his place as a major voice in the world of comics and literature.
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