Blankets is a graphic novel by Craig Thompson, and offers a glimpse into a crucial stage of life for a young man who shares the same name. A note on the inside that the novel is “based on personal experiences” is not surprising, given the amount of realism and intensity this book offers.
Thompson’s art style really makes you feel like you’re there, and manages to convey volumes and unspoken emotions with strokes in a pen. It’s truly a masterpiece and a joy to read.
I think the theme of Blankets can be summed up in his closing words:
“How satisfying it is to leave a mark on a blank surface. To make a map of my movement– no matter how temporary.”
Putting the pen to paper 