by Alan Moore and Eddie Campbell: A dense, meticulously researched reimagining of the Jack the Ripper murders. Cerebus the Aardvark
A landmark in independent comics. Sim initially used a simple cartoon style which evolved into one of the most detailed and technically complex black-and-white art styles in history. It ran for 300 issues, serving as a testament to the longevity of the format.
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