Cerebus #270

Part of the long-running "Latter Days" arc, issue #270 of Cerebus arrives in September 2001 with a cover that pulls no punches — the gruff aardvark himself sits trussed up in thick rope, scowling with characteristic stubbornness, accompanied by the dry proclamation "If Cerebus Still Be Bound." A photograph of fallen autumn leaves adds an unexpectedly contemplative texture to the design, hinting at themes of passage and constraint. Cover art by Dave Sim and Ken Sim, with interior work by Dave Sim and Gerhard continuing the meticulous craft that defined this landmark self-published series.