Angola Janga: Kingdom of Runaway Slaves by Marcelo d'Salete

Angola Janga: Kingdom of Runaway Slaves

Marcelo d'Salete

432 pages first pub 2017 (editions)

fiction graphic novel historical history challenging informative medium-paced
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An independent kingdom of runaway slaves founded in the late 16th century, Angola Janga was a beacon of freedom in a land plagued with oppression. In stark black ink and chiaroscuro panel compositions, D'Salete brings history to life; the painful ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 59 reviews

Moods

informative 90%
reflective 80%
tense 70%
adventurous 60%
sad 60%
dark 50%
emotional 40%
challenging 20%
inspiring 10%
mysterious 10%

Pace

fast 55%
medium 44%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 60% | Plot: 40%

Strong character development?

No: 25% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 25% | Yes: 25%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 25% | Yes: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 25% | Yes: 25%

Average rating

4.09

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