Doom Patrol (1987-1995) Vol. 2: The Painting That Ate Paris Kindle & comiXology

A lesson in art history AND a psychedelic romp through absurdist superhero tropes. Love it. Grant Morrison has given us another masterpiece.

Out of the "new" series, I think this is the best collection of the revamped DOOM PATROL. There is a massive amount of story depth, character development and fairly impressive philosophical/aesthetic theory intertwined into this narrative. I usually read cliche pansy indie comics about how some guy is sad because some girl doesn't like him. However, Doom Patrol took me out of that genre and into the world of "retarded super heros" as one of my friends calls it. I like this metatheme of superheros who don't necessarily want to be super heros and are basically normal people with psychological issues. I think this is a worthy purchase and this is coming from someone who does not usually purchase any DC/Marvel comics. Last, I think this comic is drawn exceptionally well.

Truly a silly trippy book about hero's with many issues. The stories are wired and nonsensical but the characters keep you grounded.

First, Grant Morrison's work is rather hit or miss for me. I liked All-Star Superman but didn't particularly like Arkham Asylum or his more recent runs on Batman. That said, 1) This is quintessential Grant Morrison, and 2) I loved it! I loved the weirdness and the almost machine-gun rate at which he presents ideas. My only real complaint is that this comic is hard to come by. DC what are you thinking?! Keep these in print! They are far better than your (or Morrison's) current tripe.

Drawing on artistic traditions from the absurd to Impressionist Grant Morrison is at the height of his storytelling prowess with this collection centered around the team that the JLA calls when the going gets weird. Character development of newer members such as the reformed Rebis and Crazy Jane well done, creating beliveability in the midst of chaos. A must read, this comic redefined the kind of potential a storytelling comic could have. We should all be members of The Doom Patrol.

Amazing story

I have been aware of Doom Patrol for some time, but never really followed it until this year. It started when I caught an episode of Teen Titans in which Doom Patrol guest-starred. Then, I came across a Secret Origins annual that provided a history of the team. Soon after, I read the first volume of the Archives Editions. And recently, I bought the first two collections of the stories Grant Morrison wrote in the late 1980's and early 1990's. I had read about those in the Slings and Arrows Comics Guide and had thought they sounded interesting, especially a story about a group called the Brotherhood of Dada. Now I was going to discover them for myself (do you sense the hand of Fate in all this?). At its best, I thoroughly enjoyed Morrison's Doom Patrol; it was like going back to that time of truly wonderful comics. I fondly recall the late 80's with The Dark Knight Returns, Watchmen, and First's great line of titles. The Brotherhood of Dada story lived up to expectations; it was weird in the best sense of the word. Another good story involved Cliff Steele having to enter the mind of Crazy Jane and deal with her super-powered multiple personalities. This led to a speculation. As noted above, I was a fan of First Comics. Do you suppose its character The Badger (who also had multiple personality disorder) was an influence on Grant Morrison's development of Crazy Jane? I'm sure comics fans could get a good mini-symposium going on that subject. To use one other First analogy, the Doom Patrol's convoluted stories recalled the highly intricate plots of Whisper. True, Doom Patrol did not quite blow me away like Neil Gaiman's Sandman did, but the characters and the stories entertained me and like I said, they could take me back to a time I enjoyed very much and that's almost as good as saving the world.

This is an old series that I finally got around to reading. It was and still is unique with content and themes not often found in comic books. There are two story arcs in this book. The first is the title and explores surrealist painting. The second takes on philosophy and the mind-body Cartesian split. It pushes the theme to the extreme with humorous situations, talking apes, battling brains in a jar, the body claiming victory over the mind, and more. The second story however is not finished and you will need to pick up the next collection containing the original series. Now though, if you like, you can buy the complete Grant Morrison run in one deluxe Omnibus, costs about a "C" note but an enthralling read, especially if you like imaginative narratives.

These books feel like you're reading a Book-book (all line's. No pictures) ..not a comic book.. the 'Graphic' iin the DP novels relates to Story, not Pictures.. Bought the lot. No regrets!

More more mindbending stuff form Grant morrison, exploring art, worlds within worlds, abstract thought and absurdity. Pick up book 1 first, it will help.The superteam that take on s*** to weird for the main superheroes go up against the freaks and misfits including the Brotherhood of Gaga who trap Paris within a painting, within a painting, withing a painting......... If you are familiar with Grant Morrison and like his trippier weirder stuff this could be for you. If you want a superguy punching baddies and quipping, probably not.Overall there are some interesting themes brought up here and it's a weird wild ride, enjoy!