Prince of Cats

Ron Wimberly’s Prince of Cats (2012–present, DC) is a standalone, single-issue graphic novel that reimagines Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet through a hip-hop-infused, Afro-futurist lens, centering on Tybalt as the tragic protagonist. Published under DC’s Vertigo imprint, the book fuses Wimberly’s dense, stylized artwork with a streetwise, lyrical script, offering a fresh perspective on a classic tale of feuding families and fatal vendettas. Its singular vision and bold visual storytelling have made it a cult touchstone for its inventive fusion of high literature and urban culture.