The Golem's Mighty Swing

In The Golem's Mighty Swing (2017–present, Drawn & Quarterly), James Sturm crafts a singular, acclaimed graphic novel that melds baseball's golden age with the weight of Jewish folklore. The story follows the all-Jewish traveling team, the Stars of David, as they struggle through the bigotry of 1920s America, turning to a mysterious, powerful player nicknamed "the Golem" for a shot at glory. Published as a single, self-contained issue by the celebrated indie house, it's a poignant, masterfully drawn fable about identity, resilience, and the myths we create. Sturm's work stands as a vital, humanistic gem in the graphic novel landscape, blending sports history with profound cultural commentary.