District Comics

From a rustic post-Revolutionary War settlement hugging the swampy banks of the the Potomac to today's politically charged metropolis, Washington, DC has been the backdrop for some of the nation's most important history. But there's way more to the capital than just stone monuments and political hustle and bustle. District Comicstours some of DC's lesser-known moments, with stops along the way for a duel, a drink in the Senate speakeasey, a shoe-shine, and much more. Forty talented contributors share stories you otherwise might never hear, featuring some of the city's most captivating characters--from printers and police officers to pandas and punks. And, of course, a few politicians. This is the unique history you usually only get from wrong turns, chance encounters, and conversations with locals--and it's more surprising and entertaining than anything you'll find in a textbook. AGES: 8+ AUTHOR: Along with compiling and editing the book, artist Matt Dembicki illustrated one of the featured trickster tales. Dembicki is the founder of DC Conspiracy, a comic creators' collaborative in Washington, DC, and has won acclaim for his nature graphic novel, Mr. Big. He currently works as an editor for a higher-education association.