Book Recommendation: The Library Mule of Cordoba by Wilfrid Lupano, Leonard Chemineau
The Library Mule of Cordoba is a story about the destruction of one of the largest libraries in the world. It also tells how its Head Librarian, a copyist, and a thief managed to save some of the library's contents. This book explores the importance of ideas and the value of challenging deeply held beliefs. It also examines the dangers of populism, showing how it brutally suppresses opposition and leads to the destruction or banning of ideas. WHAT I LOVE ABOUT THE BOOK Despite its serious themes, The Library Mule of Cordoba maintains a humorous tone and doesn't take itself too seriously. The art style is lovely and French-y... reminiscent of the Asterix and Obelix series. DISLIKES However, a few of the panel scenes felt a bit too long. WHO IS IT FOR? I recommend this book for adults and young adults who have a passion for ideas. Special thanks to Ablaze for providing a review copy.