Zone

Sixty years ago, Tarzan, Ciboulette, Moineau and their acolytes were born, with their idealism, their rebellious spirit, their touching youth. Emerging from 1950s Quebec, this group of rebellious teenagers living off contraband managed to capture the spirit of a crisis-ridden era where the elements of a vast political and cultural renewal were fermenting. Direct, simple, and in a way eternal, Zone became a beacon. The plot? Passe-Partout wants to replace Tarzan as the leader of their gang. His betrayal alerts the authorities and leads to Tarzan's conviction for murder, transforming Ciboulette, who is in love with him, into a tragic heroine. A re-edition of this story of love and subversion is offered here, with a preface by the author retracing his journey in writing. A foundational journey of our dramaturgy...