The Sanctuary

Closed, opens tomorrow 11:30amIndependent shop in GeorgetownDirections

Available from Fantagraphics when we last checked, in the last two days. Sold from the shop’s own store; the price there is the one that counts.

An original, wordless graphic novel debut. In Nate Neal's first full length graphic novel, the author explores the primal mysteries and sordid inner workings of a Paleolithic cave-dwelling tribe, creating an original "silent" reading experience by using symbols instead of words. When a mysterious nomad girl is offered up as an item of trade, she seeks refuge by forming a tenacious friendship with the local cave-painter turned outcast. Together they set out on a dangerous mission to bring truth t