Downtown Doonesbury (A Doonesbury Book) #[nn]
In this 1987 collection of *Doonesbury*, Garry Trudeau delivers a sharp, character-driven snapshot of a nation in flux, where Duke’s eerie return from zombification stirs unease, the Contra scandal casts a long shadow over Nicaragua, and personal lives unravel amid political chaos. From Zonker’s whirlwind wedding in London to Rick Redfern’s struggles balancing fatherhood and career, and J.J.’s evolving artistry amid a crumbling romance with Mike, the story unfolds with Trudeau’s signature wit and empathy. The cover, by G. B. Trudeau and Don Carlton, captures the era’s restless energy.
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Duke wakes up from his zombification. The Contra scandal evolves in Nicaragua. Zonker attends Fergie and Andy’s wedding in London. Rick Redfern has trouble being a father as well as tending to his job. J.J. evolves as a performance artist. Mike and J.J.’s relationship is falling to pieces.
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