Elftausend Jungfrauen

Ralf König, the celebrated German cartoonist known for his sharp queer humor, launched Elftausend Jungfrauen with Rowohlt in 2012 as a standalone graphic novel. A single, self-contained issue, it reimagines the legend of Saint Ursula and her eleven thousand virgins through König’s signature blend of bawdy comedy and social satire. This work stands as a playful yet incisive entry in König’s long-running exploration of sexuality and religion, showcasing his distinctive art and storytelling at their most irreverent.