Kaput & Zösky ##1 (Presumed, Book 1)
First Second Books • Kaput & Zösky
Writer
Lewis Trondheim
Interior Artist
Eric Cartier
Cover Artist
Lewis Trondheim
Publication Date
April 2008
Cover Variant
Regular (Trade Paperback Format)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The story follows two diminutive and highly incompetent space conquerors, Kaput and Zösky, as they travel from planet to planet attempting to rule the galaxy, usually with disastrous results for themselves. It is a comedic French-style comic (bande dessinée) known for its cynical humor.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0 approx.)
Condition Details
Visible edge wear and color loss along the top edge, corner blunting on the top right, significant shelf wear on the cover surface, and visible spine stress marks. The softcover shows general handling wear consistent with used graphic novels.
Estimated Market Value
$10 - $20 USD (Ungraded)
Recent Sales
Used copies of this graphic novel typically sell in the $10-$25 range depending on the specific edition and condition found on platforms like eBay and AbeBooks.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. This is a trade paperback/graphic novel format book with moderate wear; the cost of grading would exceed the market value of the book.
Notable Features
Adapted into an animated television series. This edition features the collaboration between renowned cartoonists Lewis Trondheim and Eric Cartier.
Authentication Notes
This appears to be a legitimate First Second Books trade paperback edition. The print quality, logo placement, and ISBN-style barcode on the back (visible in small thumbnail) are standard for this publisher.