Richmond Public Library recently received a bunch of brand-new
Graphic Novels which prompted me to revisit this genre. When I saw New World, I was immediately drawn to
the striking artwork and knew I had to read this book. David Jesus Vignolli, a Brazilian graphic
novelist, weaves the story of an Indigenous Brazilian warrior, an enslaved
African musician, and a Portuguese sailor who come together to battle the pale
white giants who have invaded the New World.
When Iracema discovers the enslaved African people living near
her tribe, she must take up arms to free them from the Portuguese colonialists.
With this purpose in mind, Iracema goes deep into the woods and is bestowed a
lightning bow from the God Tupa. This bow is the only way to protect her people
from monsters and evil beings. Along with a band of warriors, Iracema invades
the colonialist settlement to free the slaves; however, horrible monsters
attack the brave warriors and many perish in the fight. Amakai, a man being
sold at the slave auction that day, manages to escape the fight and rescue
Iracema from the fray. He is an African prince who can play a flute that draws
out the monsters of men. Together, they might have what it takes to take on the
monstrous colonialists and protect the New World.
This book has a fair smattering of historical context and
weaves many stories together in a compelling way. There is an overarching
narrative on the colonisation of South America scattered through the stories of
the main protagonists, Iracema and Amakai.
Magical realism provides a backdrop for this tale, making an easy
connection between slave traders and monsters.
While there are illustrations of monstrous figures throughout the story,
it is hard to say if the monsters are real or just a projection of the slave
owners. Paired with a simplistic yet
colourful and clear art style, there are many nuances to the story left unwritten
but open for interpretation.
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