What do a novel based on the ideals of the French Revolution, a narrative that develops around two families living in the Salinas Valley, California, and a dystopia of lost children on a desert island have in common? The three plots of the classics serve as the background for stories about the Dog Man, a character created by the American author-illustrator Dav Pilkey, whose release of the fourth volume of the policeman series with the body of a man and the head of a dog, The Dog Man and the supergatinho, has just arrived at bookstores in the country.
The hero who barks in the face of danger was created from the adventures of the Captain Cueca series by the duo Jorge and Haroldo. And it was in the fifth school year, more specifically in the third volume of the series, that the canine police strip began to present elements of classic stories. It happened when the two mischievous boys, Jorge and Haroldo, were already “more mature and smarter”, as they themselves make a point of punctuating in the preface “Dog-Man on the Stage”. Thanks to Mrs. Chievess, the literature teacher, or thanks to her, the pair of friends got to know some classics and decided to use this repertoire as inspiration to recount the endeavors of this security agent who graces newspaper covers for his heroic attitude and also distracts himself by biting his foot of the wooden chair. Some old habits really never change.
The inspiration was clear in the title, O Homem-Cão: A Tale of Two Kittens. The book refers to A Tale of Two Cities, written in 1859 by Charles Dickens. André Czarnobai, translator of the book for Companhia das Letrinhas, explains a little about this adaptation process: “A tale of two cities became ‘kitties’ because the sound of the two words is very similar in English; in Portuguese, ‘cidades’ and ‘kittens’ are completely unrelated. So this puzzle was quite complex. A lot was lost in many moments, but a great effort was made to, whenever possible, reinforce the connections between the two works”.
“Dog Man: Brawl of the Wild” is a graphic novel by Dav Pilkey and the sixth book in the “Dog Man” series. It tells the story of Dog Man, a half-dog, half-human police officer, and his friends as they go on a wild adventure.
The book begins with Dog Man and his best friend, a police chief named Chief, getting into a fight with a group of robbers who are trying to steal a diamond. Despite their best efforts, the robbers get away with the diamond, and Dog Man and Chief are left to deal with the aftermath.
As the story progresses, Dog Man starts to have strange dreams where he is a superhero named Super Dog. In his dreams, he battles monsters and saves the world. Meanwhile, a new villain named Petey the Cat is introduced, and he is causing chaos throughout the city.
Petey is a former villain who has reformed, but he still has a lot of tricks up his sleeve. He creates a monster named Robo-Brontosaurus, which wreaks havoc in the city. Dog Man and his friends work together to defeat the monster, but they soon realize that Petey is behind it all.
Dog Man and Petey have a showdown in a cave, and it looks like Petey has won. However, Dog Man is able to outsmart him and save the day. In the end, Petey is sent to jail, and Dog Man and his friends celebrate their victory.
The book is filled with humor and action, and the illustrations are colorful and engaging. It is a great choice for young readers who are interested in graphic novels and superhero stories.
One of the things that sets “Dog Man: Brawl of the Wild” apart from other graphic novels is its unique style. The book is written in a comic-book style, with panels and speech bubbles. This makes it easy for young readers to follow the story and understand what is happening.
Another great thing about this book is its characters. Dog Man is a lovable hero who is always ready to do the right thing. His friends, including Chief and a scientist named Sarah, are also well-developed and interesting. Petey the Cat is a great villain, and his motivations are complex and intriguing.
The book also has a positive message about the power of friendship and teamwork. Dog Man and his friends are able to accomplish great things because they work together and support each other. This is a great lesson for young readers who are learning about cooperation and collaboration.
One potential drawback of the book is that it may not be suitable for all audiences. The humor can be crude at times, and there are a few instances of toilet humor. Parents may want to read the book first to make sure it is appropriate for their child.
Overall, “Dog Man: Brawl of the Wild” is a fun and engaging graphic novel that is sure to appeal to young readers. It has great characters, an interesting plot, and a positive message. Fans of the “Dog Man” series will not be disappointed, and newcomers will be quickly drawn into the world of Dog Man and his friends.
