The Sandman #40
1992
- Series
- The Sandman
- Issue
- 40
- Cover date
- Aug 31, 1992
- Story title
- The Parliament of Rooks
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The Sandman #40, titled The Parliament of Rooks, was published by DC Comics under the Vertigo imprint in 1992. As a key installment in Neil Gaiman's critically acclaimed dark fantasy series, this issue serves as a standalone story within the larger 'Brief Lives' arc. It explores the history and tragic nature of the Corinthian, providing crucial depth to one of the series' most iconic and unsettling antagonists.
The issue features art by Jill Thompson, whose soft, dreamlike aesthetic provides a stark, haunting contrast to the violent nature of the narrative. Gaiman’s writing in this piece is noted for its mastery of folklore and meta-narrative, reflecting his intent to elevate comic book storytelling into modern myth-making. Upon release, it was lauded by critics and readers alike for its atmospheric storytelling and its ability to humanize monstrous archetypes.
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