{"title":"Justin Eisinger","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Justin Eisinger, a distinguished name in the realm of graphic novels. Known for his remarkable ability to blend compelling narratives with striking illustrations, Eisinger has carved a niche for himself amongst storytelling enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his most notable works, \u003cem\u003eThey Called Us Enemy\u003c\/em\u003e, co-authored with George Takei, Harmony Becker, and Steven Scott, stands out as a profound exploration of history and personal experience. This graphic memoir offers an eye-opening account of Takei’s childhood in American internment camps during World War II, bringing a poignant piece of history to life through vivid imagery and emotive storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJustin Eisinger's collaborations often touch on significant historical and social themes, challenging readers to reflect and engage with the past and its impact on the present. His books are not just genres; they are journeys that captivate the mind and stir the heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a seasoned graphic novel aficionado or new to the genre, the works of Justin Eisinger promise to enrich your reading experience with their blend of artistry, historical insight, and emotional depth. Dive into his collection and discover stories that resonate long after the last page is turned.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"they-called-us-enemy-by-justin-eisinger-9781603094504","title":"They Called Us Enemy","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThey Called Us Enemy\u003c\/em\u003e is a stunning graphic memoir recounting actor, author, and activist George Takei's childhood imprisoned within American concentration camps during World War II. Experience the forces that shaped an American icon—and America itself—in this gripping tale of courage, country, loyalty, and love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew York Times Bestseller!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGeorge Takei has captured hearts and minds worldwide with his captivating stage presence and outspoken commitment to equal rights. But long before he braved new frontiers in \u003cem\u003eStar Trek\u003c\/em\u003e, he woke up as a four-year-old boy to find his own birth country at war with his father's—and their entire family forced from their home into an uncertain future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1942, at the order of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, every person of Japanese descent on the west coast was rounded up and shipped to one of ten \"relocation centers,\" hundreds or thousands of miles from home, where they would be held for years under armed guard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThey Called Us Enemy\u003c\/em\u003e is Takei's firsthand account of those years behind barbed wire, the joys and terrors of growing up under legalized racism, his mother's hard choices, his father's faith in democracy, and the way those experiences planted the seeds for his astonishing future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat does it mean to be American? Who gets to decide? When the world is against you, what can one person do? To answer these questions, George Takei joins co-writers Justin Eisinger \u0026amp; Steven Scott and artist Harmony Becker for the journey of a lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46505353576684,"sku":"9781603094504","price":54.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/21136223482758.jpg?v=1748670524"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/justin-eisinger.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}