{"product_id":"acting-class-9781783788392","title":"Acting Class","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eActing Class by Nick Drnaso is a graphic novel that explores the tension between who we are and how we present, taking us through an unsettling American journey. Ten strangers are brought together under the tutelage of John Smith, a mysterious and morally questionable leader. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 256 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 18 August 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Granta Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInternationally acclaimed graphic artist, Drnaso, has achieved remarkable recognition with his previous title, Sabrina. This remarkable work became the first-ever graphic novel to be nominated for both the Booker Prize and the Orwell Prize. It is a testament to Drnaso's exceptional talent and creativity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvery single person possesses a unique essence that cannot be replicated or imitated. This is a universal truth, without exception. John Smith, the acting coach featured in Nick Drnaso's Acting Class, emphasizes this concept. Through his teachings, ten strangers are brought together, each with their own distinct characteristics and challenges.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe group comprises a diverse range of individuals, including a married couple struggling with boredom, a single mother concerned about her son's mental health, a peculiar woman with limited social connections, a figure model seeking artistic growth, a worried grandmother and granddaughter, a hulking laborer, a gym enthusiast, a physical therapist, an ex-con, and more. As the class delves deeper into its lessons, a sense of unease and tension begins to grow. The line between reality and imagination starts to blur, revealing the group's deepest fears, desires, and vulnerabilities.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDrnaso skillfully explores the complex interplay between identity and presentation, peeling back the masks of his characters and taking the reader on an unsettling American journey. Through his vivid storytelling and insightful observations, he challenges our perceptions of society and encourages us to reflect on the masks we wear ourselves. Acting Class is a thought-provoking and immersive exploration of the human condition, offering a profound reflection on the nature of authenticity and the power of self-discovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1310g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 222 x 443 x 31 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781783788392\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nick Drnaso","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44097452015866,"sku":"9781783788392","price":16.07,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1660937666252_book.jpg?v=1661254221","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/acting-class-9781783788392","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}