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Editorial Reviews
Review
"In the new graphic novel Cyclopedia Exotica, immigrants with one eye coexist uneasily with their two-eyed neighbors.... Cyclops deal with being perceived as overly submissive, the lack of cyclops representation in Hollywood movies, and worries about whether mixed children will have one eye or two... It's resonating with [Aminder Dhaliwal's] thousands of Instagram followers."―Robert Ito, The New York Times
“Fans of Jillian Tamaki’s SuperMutant Magic Academy and Kate Beaton’s work will find much common ground here.”―Carmen Maria Machado, author of In The Dream House
"Full of laughter, frustration and tears, Cyclopedia Exotica is a must-read for anyone wishing to be seen."―NPR, Books We Love 2021
"This delightful satiric graphic novel centers very real explorations of race, xenophobia, visibility, tokenism and assimilation."―Karla Strand, Ms. Magazine
"[Cyclopedia Exotica] examines the interior lives of a cyclops community living among the two-eyed, providing nuanced commentary on microaggressions and discrimination toward immigrants."―Bustle
"The lives of ten characters in the same city intertwine as each grapples with living in an otherized body. Their physical differences are fetishized, marketed to, discriminated against, and misunderstood, as bodies are in our own world. What to do when people see your single eye but not yourself? Rage about it, laugh about it, make art about it, and work to change the world for the better. Aminder Dhaliwal is such a deft and clever storyteller! This book made me giggle and made me think, and it fueled my own determination to continue pushing for real social change." ―Maia Kobabe, author of Gender Queer: A Memoir
"Unflinching satire, eye brow-waggling commentary, and thought-provoking pearls on the topic of those who occupy marginalized identities. I didn’t expect to laugh out loud at a complicated depiction of people at war with themselves and with everyone else, as they try to assimilate (or stand apart). For anyone who has experienced the turbulence and pride of being “othered” in a dominant society, Cyclopedia Exotica will serve you equal parts reassurance and wistful pain."
―Hellen Jo, Cartoonist, Illustrator, and Translator of Uncomfortably Happily
"Playful and provocative. A delightful delve into the lives of the not-so-monstrous!"
―Felicia Day, Actor, Writer, Producer
"As the immigrant cyclops navigate their world, Dhaliwal uses humour and spot-on cultural references to address themes of race, xenophobia, beauty ideals, and our desire to belong."
―Quill & Quire, 2021 Spring Preview
"Cyclopedia Exotica is dedicated “to those who don’t feel seen,” and the nature of the cyclops inspires irresistible metaphors around eyes, being seen, and who owns society’s gaze." ―Publishers Weekly
"Aminder Dhaliwal uses humour to mine, and at times defuse, a series of hot-button contemporary issues – identity politics, sexism, racial profiling – as experienced by Cyclopes, who live as a minority in a two-eyed society that fetishizes and marginalizes them." ―The Globe and Mail
"People often accept harmful stereotypes when only a fraction of a story is told. Cyclopedia Exotica challenges this by parodying the archaic compendium, delivering broader messages on the complexity of race, gender, and identity [with] a full cast of multidimensional characters." ―Ysabelle Cheung, Hyperallergic
"Cyclopedia Exotica is one of this year’s most anticipated graphic novels. Its theme ― the minority experience told through the lens of Cyclopes living in a majority Two-Eye world ― is a shout out to the ageless truth that knowing ourselves is our ticket to thriving." ―Toronto Star
"Through this alternate world, Aminder Dhaliwal explores race, discrimination, marginalization, beauty and belonging with humour and heart." ―CBC Books
About the Author
Reviews:
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Comic
Woman World was great but this feels better. The themes of being a Cyclops and how it impacts all forms of society felt so real. I legitimately felt like there were points during this where I thought this existed in real life.Funny, witty, biting and endlessly charming. Wow.
5.0 out of 5 stars Really Good Book and Art
So this book is great and gives you insight into the lives of people who are minorities the things they think and feel and how they work to try and fit into the world all in a digestible and funny format. Woman World is also in the same leg as this book and is also hilarious.
5.0 out of 5 stars Literally didn't put it down
I wasn't actually planning to read this entire book today. I had other stuff I was going to do. I only sat down to read the first page or two, just to get a general idea of what to expect. Then some sort of time warp occurred and I was on the last page. Clearly a compulsion this powerful can only be sorcery. Or an engaging, well-written story. Probably the sorcery though. Buy it, read it, never regret it.
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful!
I'm really glad I purchased this book. I read a lot of the comics on Instagram, but the book format makes them even better! Plus I love the intro and the extra info about all the characters. Also the colors of them all in the back!If you're a fan of the comics on Instagram, it's definitely worth picking up the book. If you've never read them, you have to buy this!
5.0 out of 5 stars A must read
Loved this books light hearted way of challenging perspectives! Highly recommend, I devoured it in about 2 days.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book!
It's a sweet little page turner. Kept me occupied on my 3 hour flight!
5.0 out of 5 stars All cyclops matter
I bought this book as a gift for my girlfriend, an illustrator who enjoyed reading these comics online when they were being published. We both enjoyed the book enormously, both for the drawings and for the plot, as it invites you to think about discrimination and how we see others that are different to us. It gives you, the reader, the chance to observe a different world, and realize how the difficulties that cyclops are going thorugh apply to other minorities that we might face or belong to day to day. I recommend it heartfully
5.0 out of 5 stars Words cannot express how much I loved this book (but I'll try)
I hope someday I wake up in a world where this book is at the top of the NYT bestsellers list. A fantastic concept. Wonderfully written and drawn. I lost myself in this world and I believed all of it. At the same time, I learned so much about our own society through the tales of the cyclopes. This book is brilliant and I hope that it gets into the hands of all who will appreciate it.
excellent book
bought as a present - the recipient loved it
arrivé abimé
beau livre mais arrivé abimé pour la 2éme fois puisqu'il s'agit d'un échange du 1er arrivé également corné....
Great book!
I recommend it.
great book! binge read it!
I loves the art style of the book, the silly comics rooted with deeper topics. I found it on tik tok and bought it instantly. And I love it!
Best book I own 😍
Funny and clever
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Delivery fee of AED 20. Free for orders above AED 200.
Imported From: United States
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BOLO is not an authorized or official retailer for most brands, nor are we affiliated with manufacturers unless specifically stated on a product page. Instead, we source verified sellers, authorized distributors or directly from the manufacturer.
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Description:
Editorial Reviews
Review
"In the new graphic novel Cyclopedia Exotica, immigrants with one eye coexist uneasily with their two-eyed neighbors.... Cyclops deal with being perceived as overly submissive, the lack of cyclops representation in Hollywood movies, and worries about whether mixed children will have one eye or two... It's resonating with [Aminder Dhaliwal's] thousands of Instagram followers."―Robert Ito, The New York Times
“Fans of Jillian Tamaki’s SuperMutant Magic Academy and Kate Beaton’s work will find much common ground here.”―Carmen Maria Machado, author of In The Dream House
"Full of laughter, frustration and tears, Cyclopedia Exotica is a must-read for anyone wishing to be seen."―NPR, Books We Love 2021
"This delightful satiric graphic novel centers very real explorations of race, xenophobia, visibility, tokenism and assimilation."―Karla Strand, Ms. Magazine
"[Cyclopedia Exotica] examines the interior lives of a cyclops community living among the two-eyed, providing nuanced commentary on microaggressions and discrimination toward immigrants."―Bustle
"The lives of ten characters in the same city intertwine as each grapples with living in an otherized body. Their physical differences are fetishized, marketed to, discriminated against, and misunderstood, as bodies are in our own world. What to do when people see your single eye but not yourself? Rage about it, laugh about it, make art about it, and work to change the world for the better. Aminder Dhaliwal is such a deft and clever storyteller! This book made me giggle and made me think, and it fueled my own determination to continue pushing for real social change." ―Maia Kobabe, author of Gender Queer: A Memoir
"Unflinching satire, eye brow-waggling commentary, and thought-provoking pearls on the topic of those who occupy marginalized identities. I didn’t expect to laugh out loud at a complicated depiction of people at war with themselves and with everyone else, as they try to assimilate (or stand apart). For anyone who has experienced the turbulence and pride of being “othered” in a dominant society, Cyclopedia Exotica will serve you equal parts reassurance and wistful pain."
―Hellen Jo, Cartoonist, Illustrator, and Translator of Uncomfortably Happily
"Playful and provocative. A delightful delve into the lives of the not-so-monstrous!"
―Felicia Day, Actor, Writer, Producer
"As the immigrant cyclops navigate their world, Dhaliwal uses humour and spot-on cultural references to address themes of race, xenophobia, beauty ideals, and our desire to belong."
―Quill & Quire, 2021 Spring Preview
"Cyclopedia Exotica is dedicated “to those who don’t feel seen,” and the nature of the cyclops inspires irresistible metaphors around eyes, being seen, and who owns society’s gaze." ―Publishers Weekly
"Aminder Dhaliwal uses humour to mine, and at times defuse, a series of hot-button contemporary issues – identity politics, sexism, racial profiling – as experienced by Cyclopes, who live as a minority in a two-eyed society that fetishizes and marginalizes them." ―The Globe and Mail
"People often accept harmful stereotypes when only a fraction of a story is told. Cyclopedia Exotica challenges this by parodying the archaic compendium, delivering broader messages on the complexity of race, gender, and identity [with] a full cast of multidimensional characters." ―Ysabelle Cheung, Hyperallergic
"Cyclopedia Exotica is one of this year’s most anticipated graphic novels. Its theme ― the minority experience told through the lens of Cyclopes living in a majority Two-Eye world ― is a shout out to the ageless truth that knowing ourselves is our ticket to thriving." ―Toronto Star
"Through this alternate world, Aminder Dhaliwal explores race, discrimination, marginalization, beauty and belonging with humour and heart." ―CBC Books
About the Author
Reviews:
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Comic
Woman World was great but this feels better. The themes of being a Cyclops and how it impacts all forms of society felt so real. I legitimately felt like there were points during this where I thought this existed in real life.Funny, witty, biting and endlessly charming. Wow.
5.0 out of 5 stars Really Good Book and Art
So this book is great and gives you insight into the lives of people who are minorities the things they think and feel and how they work to try and fit into the world all in a digestible and funny format. Woman World is also in the same leg as this book and is also hilarious.
5.0 out of 5 stars Literally didn't put it down
I wasn't actually planning to read this entire book today. I had other stuff I was going to do. I only sat down to read the first page or two, just to get a general idea of what to expect. Then some sort of time warp occurred and I was on the last page. Clearly a compulsion this powerful can only be sorcery. Or an engaging, well-written story. Probably the sorcery though. Buy it, read it, never regret it.
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful!
I'm really glad I purchased this book. I read a lot of the comics on Instagram, but the book format makes them even better! Plus I love the intro and the extra info about all the characters. Also the colors of them all in the back!If you're a fan of the comics on Instagram, it's definitely worth picking up the book. If you've never read them, you have to buy this!
5.0 out of 5 stars A must read
Loved this books light hearted way of challenging perspectives! Highly recommend, I devoured it in about 2 days.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book!
It's a sweet little page turner. Kept me occupied on my 3 hour flight!
5.0 out of 5 stars All cyclops matter
I bought this book as a gift for my girlfriend, an illustrator who enjoyed reading these comics online when they were being published. We both enjoyed the book enormously, both for the drawings and for the plot, as it invites you to think about discrimination and how we see others that are different to us. It gives you, the reader, the chance to observe a different world, and realize how the difficulties that cyclops are going thorugh apply to other minorities that we might face or belong to day to day. I recommend it heartfully
5.0 out of 5 stars Words cannot express how much I loved this book (but I'll try)
I hope someday I wake up in a world where this book is at the top of the NYT bestsellers list. A fantastic concept. Wonderfully written and drawn. I lost myself in this world and I believed all of it. At the same time, I learned so much about our own society through the tales of the cyclopes. This book is brilliant and I hope that it gets into the hands of all who will appreciate it.
excellent book
bought as a present - the recipient loved it
arrivé abimé
beau livre mais arrivé abimé pour la 2éme fois puisqu'il s'agit d'un échange du 1er arrivé également corné....
Great book!
I recommend it.
great book! binge read it!
I loves the art style of the book, the silly comics rooted with deeper topics. I found it on tik tok and bought it instantly. And I love it!
Best book I own 😍
Funny and clever
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