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1. 1. The Storm In The Barn

   

   Set against the backdrop of the Dust Bowl in 1937 Kansas, this graphic novel follows 11-year-old Jack Clark, who feels powerless in a world ravaged by relentless dust storms and familial struggles. As Jack grapples with his own sense of inadequacy, he discovers a mysterious figure lurking in a nearby barn, which may hold the key to ending the drought. Through a blend of historical realism and magical elements, the story explores themes of courage, resilience, and the power of belief in overcoming adversity.

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2. 2. Around The World

   

3. 3. Bluffton

   

   A largely wordless, illustrated coming-of-age tale that follows a boy raised in a rough-and-tumble vaudeville family who spends summers at a lakeside resort where performances, pratfalls, and small-town life shape his childhood; rendered in evocative black-and-white art, the story traces hardships, affectionate family dynamics, and the physical comedy that foreshadows his future as a silent-film star.

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