De Genezing van de Krekel
‘The healing of the Cricket’ is a story by Toon Tellegen about a cricket who is overcome by a sudden gloom and, with the help of his friends, keeps trying to make his somber feeling go away. It turns out to be a long and difficult process, but at the same time it is also a very positive and wholesome story.
"The Healing of the Cricket" is a story by Toon Tellegen about a cricket who experiences an overwhelming sense of gloom and, with the support of friends, continually tries to overcome the somber feeling. It’s a long and difficult journey, but also a positive and wholesome one.
In this graphic novel adaptation, the animal characters from Tellegen’s story are reimagined as humans wearing animal costumes, representing that anyone can embody the persistent elephant, the friendly squirrel, or the gloomy cricket.
This adaptation offers a new way to experience Tellegen's narrative and may appeal to audiences who find graphic novels more accessible than traditional literature. The format aims to provide a sense of recognition for those familiar with depression and foster understanding for those who aren’t.
The book is intentionally heavy, encouraging readers to reflect on the challenges of depression. Just as in the story, it’s hoped that readers will engage in conversations after finishing the book.
Graphic Design: Helmi Scheepers
Typo: Frits Jonker
Published 2019 by Querido
Made possible by: Stimuleringsfonds & Dutch foundation for literature
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