Wendel

Synopsis of Wendel

Wendel is a celebrated graphic novel by Howard Cruse that follows the story of Wendel Trupstock and Ollie Chalmers, a couple living their love openly despite social pressures. Set during one of the most tumultuous periods in the history of the gay rights movement, the Reagan-Bush era, the work masterfully combines exquisite sensitivity and a sharp sense of humor to portray the social conflicts of the time alongside the daily lives of its protagonists. This work is a landmark of alternative comics, noted for its ability to address profound themes with an engaging and moving visual narrative.