<DIV>This graphic novella by comic artist Sam Brown, whose website (explodingdog.com) has become an online phenomenon, entwines unusual fable with unconventional comic style. Combining the deceptively simple lines of Matt Groening, the deft and elegant colors of Herg‚, the cinematographic eye of Eric Drooker, and the dark humor and nostalgic sadness of Edward Gorey, <i>Amazing Rain</i> is Sam Brown's most beautiful novella to date. Presenting a story within a story, a fable embedded in a narrative of urban disenchantment, Brown's latest work surpasses the drawings for which he is already known. In an era when graphic novels have reached a critical mass in the popular consciousness, Sam Brown's highly personal style stands out in the crowd. This book will delight both the new convert and the longtime fan.</div>