Das Lied der Arktis

Loss, loneliness, cold and an iron will to survive on the one hand; family, friends, a sense of community and love on the other. These emotions guide the reader through the Arctic as if through a song. Despite the gentle and measured narrative style, the story of the Inuit woman Uqsuralik never loses its grip. We are deeply moved as we witness Uqsuralik’s journey into womanhood, becoming a strong hunter, a lover and a mother. Along the way, we gain fascinating insights into the living conditions, rituals and family structures of this indigenous people. With a stunning colour scheme and sensitive linework, Jean-Paul Krassinky adapts Bérengère Cournat’s novel of the same name, allowing us to almost physically feel the cold of the Arctic winds and, at the same time, the warmth of the furs in the igloo. More relevant than ever, this comic proves just how easy it is to convey the commonalities between different peoples. “Das Lied der Arktis” is a true work of art.