The Illustrated Good Omens

I had Good Omens (without the illustrations) and lent the book to a friend (never got back). It has a lot more story than the paperback version. It's a very funny book and the illustrations are enjoyable too. For example, Crowley is running away from the demons trying to collect him for hell and he's in his Bentley taking it literally through the Thames River (good thing his windows were rolled up). Although we have some mention of Aziraphale (whenever he gets into the 20 century his gets stuck into 1950s) there is more of a viewpoint from Crowley. I highly recommend this book for a good, fun read.

I've loved this strange and wonderful book since it came out. This high quality illustrated edition is perfect for a book so well worth rereading and cherishing. It's especially appealing if you like the casting and overall look of the TV adaptation, as the illustrations are drawing inspiration from there.

One of my all-time favorite books. I have the paperback with pages falling out & a rubber band to keep more pages from falling out, a first edition hardback and now this. I love the illustrations even though the characters are in no way what I always imagined. The extra plates (b&w) feel like a bonus! A super nice item for any fan! If you’ve never read this book, and you’re a fan of Douglas Adams, dark humor or just the Apocalypse in general, pick up a (paperback) copy. If you’ve loved this book for decades, get this copy. You’ll enjoy the little extras.

I'm writing this review because Good Omens seems to be getting a lot of criticism from conservative Christians. I'm a devout Christian and I love the Bible. Good Omens do contain a lot of satire and jokes that may offend some Christians, but I enjoyed it thoroughly with light heartedness. It also contains one of the most beautifully written and swoon worthy friendships, ever. The relationship between Aziraphale and Crowley reminds me of the story I love in the Bible of the bond between David and Jonathan. I watched the show as well, and if you enjoyed the show, you will like the illustrations in this book. The only complaint I have is that I wish they showed more pictures of Crowley and Aziraphale.

Rarely buy hardcover books now, tho IMO a well-produced book is a pleasure to have. Delighted that this book itself IMO is affordable quality - tightly bound pages, very smooth ("clay" coated?) velvety feeling cover, beautiful prints that are sharp and clear, attached ribbon bookmark. Perfect size to curl up with - not too big or too small. The UK publishing house knows their stuff! Of course I am keeping my battered original paperback of Good Omens but some books you just need more than one of - and this release has the lovely images scattered throughout, that are nods to the superb Amazon/BBC series. If you can't afford the more upscale collector editions of Good Omens books, IMO as a gift to yourself or any fan of the series this is a great choice. The one nit I have is the cover is so sharp and clear I'd like to keep it pristine, so I need to get a book jacket or clear cover. Still IMO deserves 5 stars or more as a well-done edition. Of course I'd love even more images but suppose I can take screen shots of the series if I must! As for the mad beautiful magical reality chaos of the story itself - well, there's a reason Good Omens is is popular and often laugh-out-loud funny - also in places with hints of darkness and bittersweetness. IMO that was always the magic of Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman, which happily the series also captures. To the World!!!

The illustrations in this book are beautifully done, and they are based on the Amazon series. The story is the same wonderful story it has always been. I was very happy to get my copy of this! To make me even more excited, not to mention amused, my copy is a misprint. The book was put into the cover upside down! I’m keeping this forever and look forward to confusing people reading this. If I ever have the chance to, I’m also going to ask Neil Gaiman to sign this copy. However, I will likely also buy a proper version later, lol

In my case I saw the series first but I loved it so much that I decided to buy the book and I don't regret it at all. The book is amazing, the illustrations are beautiful and I get to see more of most of the characters than in the series. I loved it just as much.

This book is everything you want, especially if you're here right after finishing the series (assuming you loved them), cause Aziraphale & Crowley illustrations here are very closely based on Sheen & Tennant (assuming you loved them too). You can actually feel the Love coming from the inside of this book, it's made very accurate and it feels delightful. Ten hell-hounds out of ten, it now has a very special place in my book collection.

Terry Pratchett is a firm favourite author of mine. I love the discworld and cannot wait to continue journeying through the series. Neil Gaiman is another firm favourite. He is a literary superstar! (American Gods, Anansi Boys, and Neverwhere are all due rereads too!) Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman together? A match made in Heaven (Or perhaps not, depending on how deeply you read into Good Omens). I first read Good Omens back in 2017, whilst on a binge read of Neil Gaiman’s books. I adored it! Fast forward to this month, when I reread it, and enjoyed it just as much – If not more! In the beginning there was Aziraphale (an angel; originally a guardian of the gates of Eden) and Crowley (a demon; originally the serpent who tempted Eve). Having been enemies for thousands of years, they were “almost friends” long before the apocalypse began. Although the book is a comedy about the birth of the son of Satan, and the coming of the End Times, it is also a love story of epic proportions. Firstly, that of Aziraphale and Crowley’s asexual love for one another (Or perhaps sexual, who am I to decide?). Secondly, that of Adam and the “Them,” and their love for one another as friends. Finally, the attraction of Witchfinder Private Newton Pulsifer to the occultist, Anathema Device. Interestingly, Anathema Device is one of several characters in Good Omens named after the original Pendle witches, as well as Agnes Nutter, a prophet burned at the stake. The Pendle Witches are a never ending source of curiosity for me. Good Omens also parodies Matthew Hopkins’ title of “Witchfinder General.” Matthew Hopkins (Approx. 1620-1647) was indeed a witchfinder by trade, and though he claimed to hold the office of Witchfinder General, that title was never bestowed by Parliament. Finally, I found the modern versions of the Four Horsemen (although War is a woman) of the Apocalypse to be artfully depicted. War spreads conflict as a war correspondent; Famine promotes starvation and deprivation as an entrepreneur and dietician; Pollution ensures mass environmental disaster through a wide variety of jobs (Having worked at Chernobyl just before the plant went into meltdown), and; Death – being the leader of the four – reaps the souls of the dead, in the style of the traditional grim reaper. Here's to many more rereads to come over the years!

Maravilhoso

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Illustrazioni molto belle sia a colori che in b/n. Se proprio vogliamo trovare una pecca: Crowley e Aziraphale sono disegnati come nella serie TV e non come descrizione libro.

This is slightly different to the original text. More input from Neil Gaiman. This is not a bad thing. It just is more like the tv series.